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title: "Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics"
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# Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics

Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4108cf3e-3513-4fe5-bca5-0423753f9eae

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## Summary

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is currently seeking bids for the "Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics". This procurement falls under the education and training services industry category and is located in Newport, Gwent, United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with proposals required to be submitted by 22nd August 2017. The estimated contract value is £50,000, with a minimum value of £5,000, and the contract period will commence on 1st September 2017 and run until 31st August 2019. The procurement method used for this tender is an open procedure.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in accreditation processes and delivering training modules in data analytics. Companies that can offer robust examination and accreditation services aligned with academic standards would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the ONS in this capacity can also enhance a company's reputation and lead to further opportunities in the public sector education market.

## Notice

ONS is seeking to appoint a provider to accredit a series of learning modules to support the development of analysts across government. The modules are based on the accredited former RSS Higher programme split into six modules, offered as a level 5 scheme that aligns with the recognised career pathway for statistical analysts. The titles are as follows and the module content (copyright owned by ONS) is provided as appendices o Module 1 - Data collection and interpretation o Module 2 - Probability models o Module 3 - Basic statistical methods o Module 4 - Linear models o Module 7 - Time series and index numbers o Module 8 - Survey sampling and estimation The programme is run over two years, with three modules per academic year. All sessions will be run by ONS staff, and we will provide the assignments and examination invigilation (under direction from the accrediting body). The supplier will be required to set level 5 examinations, mark examinations and provide a valid accreditation to students who pass, identifying any necessary adjustments within the content to bring the modules in line with academic requirements. Additional information: Via the In-Tend Portal Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89901427-34dc-449d-8e37-4a4a4922a29f |
| 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 | 10 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS |
| Locality | GWENT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8XG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 10 Aug 2017 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89901427-34dc-449d-8e37-4a4a4922a29f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89901427-34dc-449d-8e37-4a4a4922a29f
  10th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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