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title: "Virtual Decisions programmes and training"
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buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Virtual Decisions programmes and training

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8655b505-9875-4fe4-8ef2-cad7fb239d83

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by Bedford Borough Council, was for the provision of "Virtual Decisions programmes and training," falling under the industry category of social work and related services. This procurement involves the supply of multiple VR headsets and includes two days of training. The tender reached the award stage with the process marked as complete as of 2nd October 2024. The procurement method was specified as "Other - Waiver." Key dates include the end of the tender period on 1st September 2024 and the contract period starting from 2nd September 2024 to 31st August 2027. The location of delivery is Bedford, England, with a postal code of MK42 9AP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in VR training programmes, particularly those geared towards social services and community support. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to compete, offering significant growth potential through collaboration with a sizeable public authority like Bedford Borough Council. Engaging in this contract provides visibility and a prestigious client portfolio, particularly beneficial for enriched learning and training solutions providers in the social work sector.

## Notice

Unlimited use of the multi award winning Virtual Decisions programmes loaded onto 5 VR headsets, complete with carry cases and headphones, with the following titles Knives, Gangs, and 2 days training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa1e9bc5-6f23-4187-9212-4588b7972eac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Waiver |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,300 |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROUND MIDNIGHT LTD (T/A VIRTUAL DECISIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2024 at 08:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa1e9bc5-6f23-4187-9212-4588b7972eac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa1e9bc5-6f23-4187-9212-4588b7972eac
  2nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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