--- title: "Finance Apprenticeship (Level 3) Training" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2016-12-19" --- # Finance Apprenticeship (Level 3) Training Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e44a7c4-28e3-4b12-8675-2b482a642061.json) ## Summary The MINISTRY OF DEFENCE is seeking tenders for the "Finance Apprenticeship (Level 3) Training" programme, which falls under the specialist training services category. This initiative aims to recruit up to 30 apprentices in a two-year programme, held predominantly at MOD Abbey Wood in Bristol. The open procurement process invites submissions until 31 January 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 28 February 2017 and last until 1 September 2020. The contract value is estimated at £347,868, with a minimum value of £113,057. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for training providers, especially those that specialise in vocational training and apprenticeship programmes. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to compete, given the focus on delivering educational services aligned with Level 3 and Level 4 accounting qualifications. Businesses experienced in handling government subsidies and training administration will find this particularly beneficial as they can provide tailored support and maximise learning outcomes for apprentices. ## Notice The DE&S Finance Apprenticeship Scheme trains apprentices over a 2 yr program involving attainment of qualifications typical of Level 3 & 4 AAT. It includes training, assessment & practical accounting experience in a working environment within MOD Project teams. The on-job training is predominantly based in MOD Abbey Wood. For 2017 DE&S will recruit up to 30 apprentices as fixed term employees of the MOD. A contractor is required to provide a service to deliver academic and vocational training, including expert verification & moderation of apprentices training efforts & achievements. The program broadly follows the new Accounting Standard for AAT Level 3 and Accounting Framework Level 4 FR03797 covering, but not limited to the basic qualifications as follows: Phase 1 - 4 weeks basic intro to Accounting and 11 months to complete Level 3 AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting; and Phase 2 -18 months to complete Level 4 AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting. Training must take place in suitable facilities with a 5 mile radius of MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. The contractor is to deal with all administration associated with the draw down of any Govt subsidies such as Skills Funding Agency (SFA) funding, and/or work with the Authority in the transfer to any new funding/student loan arrangements that may be imposed by future Govt regulation or legislation. Tenders are to be submitted following the instructions given in the Defence Contracts Bulletin under Contract Notice DTEC/242. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bdc55db-1cc2-408b-a4a3-1de003d25d94 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Dec 2016 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2017 - 1 Sep 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £347,868 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 8JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80510000 - Specialist training services ## Release History - 19 Dec 2016 at 18:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bdc55db-1cc2-408b-a4a3-1de003d25d94 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bdc55db-1cc2-408b-a4a3-1de003d25d94 19th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4edb8bb3-1881-40d1-a0b6-9ff605b5e5bc DEFFORM 47 Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/871a5892-9ec3-4758-a709-e1643298c375 DTEC/242 Terms and Conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/76c7a7d0-d698-4795-a64f-aee88285b91a TENDER RETURN LABEL ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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