--- title: "Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS" published: "2019-03-07" --- # Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907.json) ## Summary The Office for National Statistics, on behalf of the Government Statistical Service (GSS) in England, is conducting a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England." This active tender falls under the education and training services category and is being implemented using an open procurement method. The tender period concludes on 29 March 2019, with the contract set to commence on 15 April 2019, potentially lasting three years, with options to extend for three additional one-year periods. The contract will be available for all UK public sector bodies, which includes various governmental and local authority entities throughout England. This tender offers significant business opportunities, especially for providers of degree apprenticeships and educational services in data science and computer science. The selected training provider will play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce of the GSS, anticipated to employ about 50 apprentices in the initial phase with the possibility of growth in subsequent years. Companies with experience in delivering similar educational programmes and those that can accommodate diverse learner needs across multiple locations in England will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice The Office for National Statistics, on behalf of the Government Statistical Service (GSS) in England are working to establish a single supplier Framework Agreement for Data Science Integrated Degree Apprenticeships. The Government Statistics (GSS) Service is one of the Civil Service Professions and is a community for all civil servants working in the collection, production and communication of official statistics. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service-government-statistical-service The GSS recognises that investing in people and offering high-quality apprenticeships will enable it to grow an engaged and committed workforce that has the right skills to deliver a high-quality service to its end users. The Data Science Apprenticeship entry route is seen as a vital route into the GSS profession, allowing people from all backgrounds to study data science to degree level while working amongst and learning from experienced professionals across Government. Through this Framework Agreement, it is the GSS' intention to form an enduring professional relationship with a single apprenticeships training provider to deliver all of the Data Science Integrated Degree Apprenticeship Training for GSS member organisations across England. Current indications are that approximately 50 apprentices will be recruited for August 2019 starts, with potential to grow in subsequent years. The Framework Agreement will be available for use by UK public sector bodies (and any future successors to these organisations), which include Central Government Departments and their Arm's Length Bodies and Agencies, Non-Departmental Public Bodies, NHS Bodies and Local Authorities. Framework Duration: The duration of the Framework Agreement is three (3) years with the right to extend for up to three (3) successive periods of 12 months (on a +1, +1, +1 basis), each at the option of the Authority. Tender Requirements: Please note the following mandatory requirements for all Suppliers bidding on this requirement: * Experience in delivery of degree apprenticeships; * Experience in delivery of Data Science / Computer Science degree programmes; * Ability to deliver programme content to a variety of locations across England; * Supplier must be on the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers (RoATP); * Able to demonstrate commitment to supporting individual learner needs; * Have an online system available for learners to monitor, track and complete learning. Additional information: Only bids submitted via ONS' e-tendering portal, In-Tend, will be permitted. Therefore, any suppliers wishing to bid for this opportunity must be registered on In-Tend. To register, please follow this link: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons/aspx/Home Once registered, please send an email to both contacts listed below and confirm your registered company name. We will then attach you to the project for you to view and download the tender documents. Contacts: Jessica Payne: jessica.payne @ons.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90aa7756-aaad-4b9b-a3ab-1e97a7215bca | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Mar 2019 | | Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2019 | | Future notice date | 14 Jan 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Apr 2019 - 14 Apr 2022 | | 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 | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS | | Locality | NEWPORT | | 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 - 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level - 80500000 - Training services ## Release History - 7 Mar 2019 at 16:08 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90aa7756-aaad-4b9b-a3ab-1e97a7215bca - 22 Feb 2019 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90aa7756-aaad-4b9b-a3ab-1e97a7215bca - 13 Dec 2018 at 16:20 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dffe93d6-307e-4854-8205-b053293c4aac ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90aa7756-aaad-4b9b-a3ab-1e97a7215bca 7th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dffe93d6-307e-4854-8205-b053293c4aac 13th December 2018 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons/aspx/Home - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service-government-statistical-service ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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