--- title: "CBC-0917-T-AE Schools based Arts and Culture Intervention for Vulnerable Learners" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2018-09-10" --- # CBC-0917-T-AE Schools based Arts and Culture Intervention for Vulnerable Learners Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3b0c8902-9ec6-4ba5-8e28-c66640a1aa86.json) ## Summary The public procurement process, initiated by Central Bedfordshire Council, is for the tender titled "CBC-0917-T-AE Schools based Arts and Culture Intervention for Vulnerable Learners." This project falls under the education and training services industry category and aims to develop a sustainable cultural and arts intervention for vulnerable learners within schools. The tender is currently active and employs an open procurement method with an end date of 8th October 2018 for submission. The contract period is set to commence on 29th October 2018 and will conclude on 31st July 2019, with delivery addresses covering various locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the fields of education, arts, and cultural services, to engage with local authorities and contribute positively to community welfare. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this project aligns well with their capabilities, allowing them to foster impact through innovative solutions that enhance the learning experiences of vulnerable groups. By participating in this procurement, businesses can not only expand their portfolio but also strengthen professional networks in the arts and culture sector within Central Bedfordshire. ## Notice We are seeking a provider to develop the findings of a recent pilot project into a sustainable and cost-effective cultural and arts intervention for vulnerable learners within schools. The aim of the project is to deliver a range of positive outcomes including: o An improvement in participant self-reported confidence, self-esteem, resilience and emotional wellbeing (in line with the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2018-2023) o Opportunities for participants to achieve recognition and accreditation for their engagement in the arts o increased interest in learning o An improvement in participants being engaged in positive activities (both within the project offer itself and via supported pathways into other arts and cultural opportunities across our venues) o Support for a wider professional network for arts and culture in central Bedfordshire to thrive 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/faeecd44-1501-4986-a626-d09b40875c55 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 8 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Oct 2018 - 31 Jul 2019 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 10 Sep 2018 at 08:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faeecd44-1501-4986-a626-d09b40875c55 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faeecd44-1501-4986-a626-d09b40875c55 10th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/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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