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SLC/PS/EDUC/19/015 - SLC ED Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2019-21

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is being conducted by South Lanarkshire Council for the contract titled "SLC ED Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2019-21" within the education and training services industry. The procurement stage is currently set for the tender, with the submission deadline having been due on 12 July 2019. The contract encompasses several lots for the delivery of Foundation Apprenticeships in Social Services and Healthcare and Children and Young People, based in South Lanarkshire. This open procurement method invites a range of bidders with the intention to enhance vocational skills in the region.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses engaged in educational training and vocational services, especially those experienced in delivering qualifications in social services. SMEs with capabilities in providing Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and National Progression Awards (NPAs) are particularly well-suited to participate. With a focus on community benefits and skills development, this contract represents a significant opportunity to expand service offerings and operational reach within the local education sector.

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Notice Title

SLC/PS/EDUC/19/015 - SLC ED Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2019-21

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council requires specialist providers to deliver work based learning qualifications and support as part of the Foundation Apprenticeship delivery model for Social Services and Healthcare and Social Services: Children and Young People. . The bidder recommended for award will be approved with Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to deliver Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) and National Progression Awards (NPA) and have in place the required instruments of assessment used within these qualifications which are internally verified using appropriate policy within the centre and guidelines set by SQA. . Contract will be split into 3 Lots. Bidders are invited to bid for 1, 2 or all Lots as they see fit.

Lot Information

1 Year course - Social Services Children and Young People NPA + SVQ delivery

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking to enter into a contract with an educational training provider, with experience delivering both elements listed of the Foundation Apprentice Social Services Children and Young People, level 6 - GL7A46. . (i) National Progression Award (NPA) Social Services Children and Young People at SCQF level 6 - GL7946. This includes knowledge classes that support pupils to develop an understanding of how children develop and learn, the value of play and the importance of child protection as part of the Skills Development Scotland, Foundation Apprenticeship programme. (ii) SVQ Level 2 in Social Services Children and Young People at SCQF level 6- GH5V22. The SVQ 2 units are assessed in the workplace when pupils are in their work placement. Pupils will typically spend a minimum of 7 hours per week in a work placement. Following SQA's requirements for Social Services SVQs the care practice is assessed in real life situations in the workplace. Assessment is carried out by an SVQ Assessor. . Provider must register candidates for: (i) Foundation Apprenticeship Group Award in Social Services: Children and Young People (SCQF level 6) - GL7A46 (ii) NPA Social Services Children and Young People level 6- GL7946 (iii) SVQ2 in Social Services (Children and Young People) (SCQF level 6) - GH5V22 (iv) FA Certification Unit - HE6E -04 (on completion) . This Lot will cover 2 learning hubs; Hub 1 - FA HUB, Holy Cross High School, Hamilton Hub 2 - FA HUB, Trinity High School, Rutherglen

2 year course - Social Services Children and Young People NPA Delivery

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking to enter into a contract with an educational training provider, with experience delivering National Progression Award (NPA) Social Services Children and Young People at SCQF level 6 as part of the 2 year Foundation Apprentice programme. This includes knowledge classes that support pupils to develop an understanding of how children develop and learn, the value of play and the importance of child protection as part of the Skills Development Scotland, Foundation Apprenticeship programme. . This Lot will cover 2 learning hubs; Hub 1 - FA HUB, Lesmahagow High School, Lesmahagow Hub 2 - FA Hub, Stonelaw High School, Rutherglen

1 year course - Social Services and Healthcare NPA + SVQ delivery

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking to enter into a contract with an educational training provider, with experience delivering both elements listed of the Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services and Healthcare- GL52 46 . (i) NPA in Social Services and Healthcare- GL3W 46 This includes knowledge classes that support pupils to develop an understanding of Social & Healthcare services, the legislation and practices and the importance of Adult protection as part of the Skills Development Scotland, Foundation Apprenticeship programme. (ii) SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare (part of) - GH5Y 22 . The SVQ 2 units are assessed in the workplace when pupils are in their work placement. Pupils will typically spend a minimum of 7 hours per week in a work placement. Following SQA's requirements for Social Services SVQs the care practice is assessed in real life situations in the workplace. Assessment is carried out by an SVQ Assessor. . Provider must register candidates for: (i) Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services and Healthcare (SCQF level 6) - GL52 46 (ii) NPA in Social Services and Healthcare- GL3W 46 (level 6)- GL7946 (iii) SVQ2 in SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare (part of) (SCQF level 6) -GH5Y22 (iv) FA Mandatory certification unit - HE6E 04 (on completion) . This Lot will cover 1 learning hub; FA HUB, Calderglen High School, East Kilbride

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000587619
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP365285
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80200000 - Secondary education services

80212000 - Vocational secondary education services

80300000 - Higher education services

80310000 - Youth education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20196 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
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement_service@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1698454147

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

NEW COLLEGE LANARKSHIRE

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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    SLC/PS/EDUC/19/015 - SLC ED Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2019-21 - South Lanarkshire Council requires specialist providers to deliver work based learning qualifications and support as part of the Foundation Apprenticeship delivery model for Social Services and Healthcare and Social Services: Children and Young People. . The bidder recommended for award will be approved with Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to deliver Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) and National Progression Awards (NPA) and have in place the required instruments of assessment used within these qualifications which are internally verified using appropriate policy within the centre and guidelines set by SQA. . Contract will be split into 3 Lots. Bidders are invited to bid for 1, 2 or all Lots as they see fit.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP365285
    SLC/PS/EDUC/19/015 - SLC ED Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2019-21 - South Lanarkshire Council requires specialist providers to deliver work based learning qualifications and support as part of the Foundation Apprenticeship delivery model for Social Services and Healthcare and Social Services: Children and Young People. . The bidder recommended for award will be approved with Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) to deliver Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ) and National Progression Awards (NPA) and have in place the required instruments of assessment used within these qualifications which are internally verified using appropriate policy within the centre and guidelines set by SQA. . Contract will be split into 3 Lots. Bidders are invited to bid for 1, 2 or all Lots as they see fit.

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