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Learning & Skills Service (Prisoners) in the Scottish Prison Service

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is overseeing the procurement of a contract titled "Learning & Skills Service (Prisoners)" aimed at delivering educational and vocational training within public prisons across Scotland. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with the contract being officially signed on 11 May 2017. The total value of this project is approximately £23 million, indicating a significant investment in the provision of education services to adults and young offenders within the prison system. It is important to note that the procurement method employed here was a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition.

This contract presents considerable opportunities for businesses focused on educational services and vocational training, particularly those with expertise in delivering tailored learning programmes to diverse and often disadvantaged populations, such as prisoners. Companies that can offer innovative curricula, employ experienced educators, and demonstrate strong compliance with relevant educational standards will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The Scottish Prison Service may also allow subcontracting arrangements, thus broadening the potential for inclusion of various organisations in the bidding process. As the service aims to enhance the employability and skills of prisoners, businesses that align with these values and have a record of effective training delivery are likely to succeed.

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Notice Title

Learning & Skills Service (Prisoners) in the Scottish Prison Service

Notice Description

Award of contract for the provision of prison based Learning & Skills Services throughout Scotland in the public prisons operated by the SPS. The services will be provided to adults with varying degrees of pre-existing educational engagement; disadvantaged learners; 'young offenders' in custody (18-24): & occasionally 'young persons' in custody (16-17). The prison based curriculum, will address prisoner learning needs or work to support vocational skills or employability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The services will incl delivery of a varied curriculum of learning & skills in prisons; learning needs screening of persons following admission to custody; specialist screening (e.g. dyslexia) where required; & working with SPS to ensure progress against the SPS Learning & Skills Strategy. The curriculum provided will address prison learner needs & reflect a mixture of core skills (literacy & numeracy); embedded learning incl life skills; project themed learning; vocational skills (delivered directly or supporting the SPS's own activities). Delivery against Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) from SCQF 3 to 6, plus other relevant awarding bodies for vocational activities (e.g. REHIS, etc). Support will also be required for higher education students or distance learning at level 7 or above. Provision of a managed learning environment (IT suite) in each prison, & ensuring a range of appropriate learning materials associated with service delivery.. The contract is for period of up to 84 months; a 60 month initial term with the SPS having the option to extend the contract term by up to a further 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000454555
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282919
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80210000 - Technical and vocational secondary education services

80310000 - Youth education services

80330000 - Safety education services

80340000 - Special education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80420000 - E-learning services

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

80490000 - Operation of an educational centre

80530000 - Vocational training services

85312510 - Vocational rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Mr David Wares
Contact Email
david.wares@sps.pnn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313303768

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9HW
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282919
    Learning & Skills Service (Prisoners) in the Scottish Prison Service - Award of contract for the provision of prison based Learning & Skills Services throughout Scotland in the public prisons operated by the SPS. The services will be provided to adults with varying degrees of pre-existing educational engagement; disadvantaged learners; 'young offenders' in custody (18-24): & occasionally 'young persons' in custody (16-17). The prison based curriculum, will address prisoner learning needs or work to support vocational skills or employability.

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