--- title: "EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND PROVISION 2014-2020 IP 1.4 THE SUPPLY OF SERVICES FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND RUNNING OF A COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAMME" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2019-09-02" --- # EUROPEAN SOCIAL FUND PROVISION 2014-2020 IP 1.4 THE SUPPLY OF SERVICES FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND RUNNING OF A COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAMME Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-93ecc2cd-456d-40b7-a794-973976711af5.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "European Social Fund Provision 2014-2020 IP 1.4: The Supply of Services for the Management and Running of a Community Grant Programme". This procurement falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy and related services, with an estimated contract value of £501,937. The tender is open and consists of four distinct lots aimed at different geographical regions including North East, East Midlands, and West Midlands. The tender period ends on 2nd October 2019, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2019, lasting until 31st July 2021. The procurement method used is an open procedure above the threshold. This opportunity presents a significant potential for business growth, especially for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are well-suited to deliver management and running services for grant programmes. Businesses experienced in community engagement, social development, and workforce skills enhancement will find this tender particularly relevant. By participating in this procurement, successful bidders will not only secure a contract but also contribute to important community initiatives aimed at increasing labour market participation and promoting social inclusion within the regions addressed. ## Notice The provision will be offered through four separate Lots of activity at Investment Priority (IP) and LEP level. We intend to enter in to four Lots with single Contracts for; North East (More Developed), The Marches (More Developed), Greater Lincolnshire, The Marches (Transitional), a single Contract for each of the Lots with the Applicants who submit the most economically advantageous tenders for each Lot. The precise value and scope of the Lots is still to be agreed with individual Local Enterprise Partnerships and their ESIF Committees and therefore the estimated value is based upon expressions of interest from LEPs and could be subject to change. Additional information: The ESF is part of the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Growth Programme for England in 2014 to 2020. The European Commission (EC) owns these programmes and sets the Europe-wide ESF Programme requirements. The EC governs this Programme through its rules and regulations. In England, the Department for Work and Pensions Managing Authority manages this. The Managing Authority will deliver the Programme's priorities in England to increase labour market participation, promote social inclusion and develop the skills of the potential and existing workforce. The ESF is designed to increase sustainable economic and social inclusion in the European Union, by helping people who have difficulties finding work, and improving the skills of the workforce. You can access an overview of the Programme on GOV.UK ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79a99828-742e-48d1-802d-e0d053349c69 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2019 - 31 Jul 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £501,937 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 2WD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 2 Sep 2019 at 10:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79a99828-742e-48d1-802d-e0d053349c69 - 2 Sep 2019 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79a99828-742e-48d1-802d-e0d053349c69 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79a99828-742e-48d1-802d-e0d053349c69 2nd September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://education.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html The DfE e-sourcing portal is the only means by which you can apply for these ITTs. 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