--- title: "Workforce Futures Strategy - Solent LEP" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL" published: "2017-07-18" --- # Workforce Futures Strategy - Solent LEP Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-10906098-7dff-479a-b8e5-7a0fb86786fd.json) ## Summary The Portsmouth City Council is currently managing a procurement process titled "Workforce Futures Strategy - Solent LEP," which falls under the category of research and development consultancy services. This open procurement is aimed at developing a comprehensive Workforce Strategy for the Solent region, with proposals due by 3rd August 2017 at 17:00. The contract is set to commence in the week of 7th August 2017 and is expected to conclude by the end of January 2019. The evaluation will focus on the methodology, relevant experience, and understanding of local economic landscapes, with a budget of £30,000 to £35,000 available for this consultancy work. This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in workforce development and skills training, particularly those with experience in local economic strategies and technical skill training. Companies that can demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the Solent area’s challenges in workforce and skills development will be well-positioned to compete effectively for the contract. This procurement has the potential to enhance business operations within the region, bridging gaps in skills and contributing to broader economic growth. ## Notice The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is seeking suitably experienced and qualified consultancy support to develop a ground-breaking, comprehensive and evidenced Workforce Strategy for the Solent (Workforce Futures: Developing Skills and Talent in the Solent) to provide the area with the world class skills and talent it needs to keep pace with technological change and transform competitiveness and productivity, enable our businesses to grow, attract investment, and increase wealth and economic participation for all. The strategy should be Industry demand driven, focussing on the technical and digital skills the area will need across a range of levels in conjunction with broader employability and entrepreneurial skills. The Solent LEP is commissioning this work through its Accountable Body, Portsmouth City Council. The following timescales apply to the procurement and subsequent delivery of the required services: Publication of Project on In-Tend - 18th July 2017 Deadline for submission of proposals - 3rd August 2017 (17:00) Notification of successful / unsuccessful applicants - By 7th Aug 2017 Inception meeting - W/C 7th Aug 2017 Contract start date - W/C 7th Aug 2017 Interim Report - Phase 1 Activity - End September 2017 Interim Report to LEP Board - 6th October 2017 Interim Report & Presentation to ESB - 11th October 2017 Draft Interim Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan (Phase 1 and Phase 2 Activity) - Mid October 2017 Presentation to Employment and Skills Board on Final Draft Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan (Phase 1 and Phase 2 Activity) - Mid November 2017 Report & Presentation to Solent LEP Board for adoption - 8th December 2017 Publication of Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan and completion of commission - January 2018 One-Year on report - January 2019 The budget for this work is ?30,000 - ?35,000. While credit will be given to bids which are below this level, the LEP wishes to ensure that it achieves the best quality output for its money. Consequently, each bid will be evaluated taking into account the following factors (which are listed in order of importance). Method statements should be submitted for each of the following: a. Methodology to deliver the commission b. Proven experience of relevant work to include evidence of capacity to deliver this project within the timescale c. Demonstrable understanding of the Solent skills and economic landscapes, challenges and opportunities, the changing nature of skills requirements, and understanding of the emerging national skills policy framework. Any tenders that come in above this amount will be scored as a fail. The fees for this work will be capped and inclusive of all expenses, but excluding VAT. The form of contract used will be Portsmouth City Council's standard Consultancy Terms and Conditions. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d6dcb7-6b28-402a-a4c0-9077570792d7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Aug 2017 - 31 Jan 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,000 | | 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 | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 2BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services ## Release History - 18 Jul 2017 at 15:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d6dcb7-6b28-402a-a4c0-9077570792d7 - 18 Jul 2017 at 15:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d6dcb7-6b28-402a-a4c0-9077570792d7 - 18 Jul 2017 at 15:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d6dcb7-6b28-402a-a4c0-9077570792d7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52d6dcb7-6b28-402a-a4c0-9077570792d7 18th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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