--- title: "LPS CORP - Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-04-14" --- # LPS CORP - Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947 Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-132b46d5-1b03-477b-a598-8603dc06bb0b.json) ## Summary Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders for the "Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947". This procurement falls under the education and training services category and aims to establish a framework that will be active in the North West region of England. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) is currently at the active stage, with submissions due by 18th May 2021. The awarded contracts are expected to commence on 1st September 2021 for an initial period of 24 months, with a potential extension of up to an additional 24 months. The minimum contract value is £1,625,000, while the total value is set at £6,500,000. This procurement process follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure above thresholds. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses operating in the education and training sector, particularly those listed on the Education and Skills Funding Agency's Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers. Companies that can provide training and assessment in this area are well-positioned to engage in the bidding process, as they can submit proposals for up to five lots out of the sixteen available. The framework's structure allows for flexibility and expansion, making it an attractive opportunity for specialized training providers looking to enhance their market presence and build long-term partnerships with a key public sector buyer. ## Notice LCC is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT for the provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers. The Invitation to Tender stage is restricted to those organisations listed on the ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency) RoATP (Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers) as a Main Provider. The framework will be split into 16 main lots. Bidders are invited to bid for one or more main lots as detailed within the tender documentation, up to a maximum of 5 lots. It is envisaged that the framework will commence on or around the 01st of September 2021 and will be let for an initial period of 24 months, with an option to extend the framework beyond the initial term to a maximum period of a further 24 months. Additional information: The framework will be split into 16 main lots. Bidders are invited to bid for one or more main lots as detailed within the tender documentation, up to a maximum of 5 lots. It is envisaged that the framework will commence on or around the 01st of September 2021 and will be let for an initial period of 24 months, with an option to extend the framework beyond the initial term to a maximum period of a further 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e597cf-e5d8-4f2c-adf2-e6e08b56f5f1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 18 May 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 30 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,500,000 | | 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR1 0LD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Preston | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Preston | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 14 Apr 2021 at 09:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e597cf-e5d8-4f2c-adf2-e6e08b56f5f1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e597cf-e5d8-4f2c-adf2-e6e08b56f5f1 14th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/isupplier/ LCC iSupplier Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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