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title: "Framework for the Hire of Venue(s) for Adult Learning and Skills Service (ALSS)"
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published: "2020-12-02"
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# Framework for the Hire of Venue(s) for Adult Learning and Skills Service (ALSS)

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6108e6d5-9782-4b17-891f-7c343b113629

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## Summary

Durham County Council is conducting a procurement process for a framework titled "Framework for the Hire of Venue(s) for Adult Learning and Skills Service (ALSS)." This initiative falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on facilities management services. The tender period concluded on 16th March 2020, and the contract is set to run from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2024. The framework consists of various lots catering to SEND provision and adult education and community learning across multiple regions in North and East Durham. The total estimated value of the contract is £80,000.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for local venues and facilities that can accommodate adult learning sessions and events, creating potential for growth in businesses that provide such services. Suppliers, especially SMEs involved in facilities management, education, or community services, would be well-positioned to bid for participation in this framework. Engaging with Durham County Council could enhance their visibility and contribute significantly to their revenue through regular bookings under this established framework.

## Notice

The primary objective of this procurement is to appoint potential bidding organisation(s) to a Framework for the hire of their venue(s) relating to the following Lot(s) on an as and when required basis: * Lot 1 - North Durham Cohort - SEND Provision * Lot 2 - North Durham Cohort - Adult Education and Community Learning Provision & Apprenticeship * Lot 3 - South Durham Cohort - SEND Provision * Lot 4 - South Durham Cohort - Adult Education and Community Learning Provision & Apprenticeship * Lot 5 - East Durham Cohort - SEND Provision * Lot 6 - East Durham Cohort - Adult Education and Community Learning Provision & Apprenticeship * Lot 7 - Staff Events/Provider's Events

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8aad044c-3d23-43f4-af6e-a9572568a971 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | ALINGTON HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE; BULLION COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE; EXCEL ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP; THE WORK PLACE (AYCLIFFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79993100 - Facilities management services

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2020 at 17:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8aad044c-3d23-43f4-af6e-a9572568a971
- 28 Feb 2020 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66d19297-5fcc-4b0c-829d-1c2124aa608b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8aad044c-3d23-43f4-af6e-a9572568a971
  2nd December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66d19297-5fcc-4b0c-829d-1c2124aa608b
  28th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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