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title: "Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the requirement of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement"
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# Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the requirement of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-870ad4e2-a775-4dc5-bf55-3c5057339daa

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement aimed at providing workshops and design programmes for young people aged 9-14. This procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 13th May 2022. The workshops will take place both face-to-face and virtually across the United Kingdom and some overseas locations, aiming to reach a significant number of participants with a planned delivery of up to 150 workshops each year. The industry category is defined under "Other community, social and personal services," and the Framework will be valid for five years, allowing successful bidders to participate in future requirements through a "Call-Off" or "Mini Competition."

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in STEM-related workshops, curriculum development, and youth engagement initiatives. Companies that focus on coding, robotics, or other relevant areas, especially those that can effectively cater to a diverse demographic, including women and socially disadvantaged groups, will find this opportunity well-suited for growth. By participating in the upcoming market engagement event on 3rd May 2022, interested suppliers can showcase their capabilities and establish connections within the public sector.

## Notice

*Please note this is not a call for competition, this is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework* This is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) by MOD Air Commercial to inform potential suppliers of the requirement to introduce a Framework for Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) workshops and design programmes for young people aged 9-14. Both the workshop and design elements will support the RAF Youth & STEM's objectives to inspire a future generation to study STEM subjects at GCSE and develop a more diverse and skilled future talent pool to address the national STEM skills shortage. The shortage is particularly acute among women and the socially disadvantaged - both areas that are specifically targeted by the RAF Youth & STEM programme. It is expected that up to 150 STEM workshops will be required to be delivered each year both face to face and virtually with half day and full day options made available. Workshops will need to be delivered throughout the United Kingdom and at overseas locations (tbc). Workshops and STEM resources will need to be curriculum mapped and be linked to the following topics: - Coding - Robotics - Cyber - Forces - Principles of Flight - Mindsets - Energy - Space - Electronics - Net Zero The Framework will be made available to all UK contracting authorities and be valid for 5 years. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to apply for future requirements through "Call-Off" or "Mini Competition". To establish supplier interest, a Market Engagement event will be held at RAF Cranwell on 3rd May 2022. The closing date to express interest in this market engagement event is 28th April 2022. To register your interest please contact lara.elliott121@mod.gov.uk or emma.clamp879@mod.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5608f73a-f9ba-44c5-a56c-d9a217ed2473 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 13 May 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2022 at 15:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5608f73a-f9ba-44c5-a56c-d9a217ed2473

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5608f73a-f9ba-44c5-a56c-d9a217ed2473
  13th April 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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