--- title: "HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES" published: "2024-09-26" --- # HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills) Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-27214fbe-8130-469e-9f15-5fe9c9fd9980.json) ## Summary Hertfordshire County Council, specifically the Adult Care Services department, has initiated a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills)". This tender focuses on providing various adult and tailored learning services to residents within Hertfordshire, particularly targeting those facing educational and employment barriers. The procurement process is in the tender stage with a deadline set for 28th October 2024, and services are expected to commence on 1st January 2025. The contract will initially run for two years with the potential extension for up to two additional years. This procurement falls under the industry category of education and training services (CPV: 80000000 and 80400000) and follows an open procedure above the threshold. Tenderers are required to be registered in the UK Register of Learning Providers and must have a valid UKPRN. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services to expand their market presence and establish long-term relationships with Hertfordshire County Council. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, provided they meet the qualification criteria. Businesses that specialise in supporting adults with low skills, learning or physical disabilities, and mental health conditions will find this tender especially relevant. The framework seeks multiple subcontractors, offering considerable potential for various providers to secure contracts and contribute to community education, thereby driving business growth and creating a positive societal impact. The contract, executed as a deed, entails a robust commitment, so organisations should consider seeking independent legal advice before submission. ## 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. Additional information: To access this opportunity please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c37cadfc-ed61-4fe4-9e04-08110eeeaa7e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80400000 - Adult and other education services ## Release History - 26 Sep 2024 at 14:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c37cadfc-ed61-4fe4-9e04-08110eeeaa7e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c37cadfc-ed61-4fe4-9e04-08110eeeaa7e 26th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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