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Framework Agreement for Standards and Frameworks

Skills Development Scotland Co. Limited

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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03 May 2023 at 01:00

OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
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30 Nov 2022 at 00:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

21 Nov 2022 at 00:00

OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Skills Development Scotland Co. Limited involves the establishment of a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework for the development of Standards and Frameworks on behalf of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The title of the tender is "Framework Agreement for Standards and Frameworks." It falls under the "Education" industry category and is located in Glasgow, with key dates indicating completion status on 2023-04-14. The procurement method used is an open procedure for services procurement, with specific lots covering National Occupational Standards, Welsh Translations, Scottish Vocational Qualifications, and Apprenticeship Frameworks.

This tender for the Framework Agreement creates business opportunities for organisations in the education sector and related industries. Businesses offering services related to National Occupational Standards, Welsh translations, vocational qualifications, and apprenticeship frameworks would be well-suited to compete. The opportunity aims to attract bids from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and other suppliers capable of meeting the regulatory standards and insurance requirements outlined in the procurement documentation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Standards and Frameworks

Notice Description

Skills Development Scotland (SDS) requires to establish a multi lot, multi supplier framework for themselves and on behalf of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to provide development of Standards and Frameworks. The scope of tendered services covers provision of development and review of: Lot 1: National Occupational Standards(NOS) including cleansing of NOS Lot 2: Welsh Translation for NOS Lot 3: Scottish Vocational Qualifications(SVQs) or alternative competency-based qualifications (CBQs) Lot 4: Apprenticeship Frameworks in Wales and Northern Ireland. The scope of services to be provided under this Framework Agreement fall within the definition of social and other specific services in Schedule 3 to Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ("the regulations") and therefore procurement process shall in accordance with Regulation 74 of the Regulation be subject to the requirement of section 7 of the Regulations. By virtue of regulation 76(3) of the regulations, bidders in any of the situations listed in regulation 58 of the Regulation may be excluded.

Lot Information

National Occupational Standards(NOS) including cleansing of NOS

SDS invited bids for a place on the Framework. The Framework will be for 2 years from 17 April 2023 to 16 April 2025 with the option of 2 x 1 year extensions. Lot 1 is for the Development of National Occupational Standards (NOS). Full details for Lot 1 were provided in the ITT documents.

Welsh Translation for NOS

Lot 2 was for Welsh Translations for National Occupational Standards (NOS) when this is required. The framework is for the period 17 April 2023 to 16 April 2025, with 2 x 1 year extensions available at SDS discretion.. Full details for Lot 2 were provided in the ITT documents.

Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) or alternative competency-based qualifications (CBQs)

SVQs and CBQs are work-based qualifications based on National Occupational Standards of competence drawn up by representatives from each industry sector. They are made up of units which break a job down into separate functions reflecting the different kind of activities of a job. The framework is for the period 17 April 2023 to 16 April 2025, with 2 x 1 year extensions available at SDS discretion.. Full details on Lot 3 were provided in the ITT documents.

Apprenticeship Frameworks in Wales and Northern Ireland

An apprenticeship is a package of learning, training and practical work experience gained while employed. The content of the apprenticeship is described as a framework. Apprenticeships enable employers to develop the workforce of the future and support succession planning whilst delivering tangible benefits such as reduced staff turnover. Apprenticeships provide an opportunity to raise standards and support the professionalisation of a sector. All new and reviewed apprenticeships must comply with relevant national policy. Wherever possible, frameworks should be mapped across all four UK nations to identify where synergies and core components exist, to support coherence across the UK and avoid unnecessary duplication of activity. The framework is for the period 17 April 2023 to 16 April 2025, with 2 x 1 year extensions available at SDS discretion.. Full details of Lot 4 were provided in the ITT documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000710001
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY477714
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Framework
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 May 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20233 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Skills Development Scotland Co. Limited
Additional Buyers

The Northern Ireland Executive

The Scottish Government

Welsh Government

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
G2 1DY
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
18
Supplier Names

BSE Skills Ltd

CITB

Cogent Skills

Energy & Utility Skills

Enginuity

Harlow Consulting

II Aspire Limited

Instructus Group

Lantra

Mineral Products Qualifications Council

NSAR

National Skills Academy for Food & Drink

ODAG Consultants Limited

Screenskills

Skills Active and Habia

The Institute of the Motor Industry

The Workforce Development Trust

UKFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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