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title: "HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills) - AWARD"
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# HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills) - AWARD

Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-02d1c070-6264-4f22-8368-845c896c3303

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## Summary

Hertfordshire County Council, through its Adult Care Services division, has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services under the "Step2Skills" programme. The initiative targets adults in Hertfordshire, particularly those facing barriers to education and employment, such as low skills, learning or physical disabilities, and mental health conditions. The Framework Agreement, commencing on 1st January 2025 and ending on 31st December 2028, will initially last for two years, with the possibility of annual extensions up to an additional two years. The framework will include multiple subcontractors, with the Year 1 Call Off expected early in 2025. The open procurement method used ensures a transparent and competitive process. The contract requirements will be governed by available financial resources, supplier performance, and flexibility to meet changing demands.

This tender creates significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the education and training services industry, particularly those registered with the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKLRP). Businesses involved in community education, skill development, and vocational training can benefit from being part of this framework. Organisations that can provide tailored learning opportunities and support to adults will find this contract particularly suitable. The extensive list of awarded suppliers, ranging from community groups to specialised training providers, underscores the potential for collaboration and growth within the local and broader community-focused educational sector. This framework, designed to be executed as a deed, also suggests a need for organisations to obtain independent legal advice before submitting their bids.

## Notice

Hertfordshire County Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council), are out to procurement for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services. As part of Hertfordshire County Council, Step2Skills is the Adult and Tailored Learning service and provides opportunities for adults in Hertfordshire to get involved in learning within the community. They aim to collaborate with people who face barriers to education and employment such as low skills, learning or physical disabilities, and mental health conditions. Step2Skills is looking to establish a Framework Agreement with a number of Subcontractors to provide a range of adult and tailored learning opportunities to target groups within the population of Hertfordshire. This procurement is for the Framework Agreement only, year 1 Call Off will be issued early in 2025 to Subcontractors that are awarded onto the Framework Agreement. Tenderers must be included in the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKLRP) and have a valid UK Provider Reference Number (UKPRN). Organisations wishing to take part in this project are invited to "express interest" which will give access to the full procurement documents in the e-tendering system. The Framework Agreement will be awarded for an initial term of two years, with the option to extend the Framework Agreement up to two further years on an annual basis. Please note that the contract requirements will be subject to available financial resources, supplier performance and flexibility to meet changing demands. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Services provided, any Framework Agreement formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942d9e03-bc50-4b5c-9454-fcbb4c140ed7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG13 8DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | East Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Hertford Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Hertford and Stortford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 26 |
| Supplier names | COMMUNITIES 1ST; COMMUNITY ALLIANCE BROXBOURNE AND EAST HERTS; COMMUNITY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP; CONSTRUCTIVE FUTURES TRAINING; CREATE COMMUNITY NETWORK; DACORUM COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE; DENS; EM SKILLS ENTERPRISE; GROUNDWORK HERTFORDSHIRE; HGV TRAINING SERVICES LTD (HGVC; IMPACT MENTAL HEALTH PEER SUPPORT; IMPACTFUL GOVERNANCE - COMMUNITY INTEREST; LANGLEY WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS; LEARNING CURVE GROUP; NATIONAL NUMERACY; OAKLANDS COLLEGE; PIXEL TAKEAWAY; ROMAN EDUCATION & CAREERS; SECCTA; SPECIALIST TRADE COURSE; SPS TRAINING; SSG SERVICES (EST 2003; SUNNYSIDE RURAL TRUST; WATERSIDE CONSULTANCY HERTFORDSHIRE; WATFORD WOMEN'S CENTRE; WEST HERTS COLLEGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2025 at 16:54 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942d9e03-bc50-4b5c-9454-fcbb4c140ed7
- 11 Feb 2025 at 16:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942d9e03-bc50-4b5c-9454-fcbb4c140ed7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942d9e03-bc50-4b5c-9454-fcbb4c140ed7
  11th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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