--- title: "DUD - BCI - 1-2-1 Functional Skills Maths & English (Levels 1 & 2)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-02-07" --- # DUD - BCI - 1-2-1 Functional Skills Maths & English (Levels 1 & 2) Buyer: DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e707fbf-4f3d-4bc8-961b-5ef504fb1208.json) ## Summary The Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a public procurement process for the delivery of a 1-2-1 Functional Skills Maths and English programme targeting 16 to 29-year-olds who are not currently engaged in education, employment, or training. This tender, titled "DUD - BCI - 1-2-1 Functional Skills Maths & English (Levels 1 & 2)", falls under the education and training services industry category. The contract is set to commence on 2 March 2020 and conclude on 5 March 2021, with the tender submission deadline on 21 February 2020. This procurement process follows a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure above the threshold, and is focused on providing essential skills through accredited qualifications in English and Maths. This opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) experienced in educational services. Providers who can demonstrate their capacity to deliver these qualifications on a personalised basis, with a strong understanding of the needs of vulnerable young adults, will find this tender advantageous for business growth. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can further engage with their local community and contribute to the improvement of essential skills among disadvantaged groups, ultimately enhancing their reputation and outreach in the education sector. ## Notice To deliver a 1-2-1 Maths & English (Levels 1 & 2) programme, which will support participants to develop their confidence and a positive approach to these essential skills. Further, to support the progression of participants into education, employment or training. Eligible participants will be aged 16 - 29 and not engaged in education, employment or training. o Service providers will be required to deliver accredited qualifications in English & Maths from Level 1 through to Level 2. o Delivery must be conducted on a 1-2-1 basis with tutor supervision/engagement as required by the participant(s) during each lesson. o Service Providers must be registered with a relevant Awarding Body o Tutors must be qualified to deliver the specified subjects, evidence of relevant qualification must be provided. o Courses will run to a set timetable, for example 10am - 4pm, between 1 - 3 days per week for up to 16 weeks. o Consideration must be given to individual needs, disability, learning difficulties and styles o Service Provider must be experienced in working with vulnerable 16 - 29-year old's, skilled at dealing with challenging behaviors and knowledgeable of the issues that may affect individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. o Service Provider must be knowledgeable in the safeguarding of children and young adults. o Service Provider must produce relevant teaching qualification documents for all tutors prior to them delivering sessions. The programme should include an outline and specifications for the following elements: Additional information: Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description ESF/YEI Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7048bf-bee6-4f56-915e-60d76a59b098 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Mar 2020 - 5 Mar 2021 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Dudley | | Postcode | DY1 1HF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG36 Dudley | | Local authority | Dudley | | Electoral ward | St. James's | | Westminster constituency | Dudley | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 7 Feb 2020 at 09:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7048bf-bee6-4f56-915e-60d76a59b098 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c7048bf-bee6-4f56-915e-60d76a59b098 7th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/blackcountryportal/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.dudley.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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