--- title: "Conversion Skills - Digital Innovation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST YORKSHIRE CONSORTIUM OF COLLEGES" published: "2018-10-09" --- # Conversion Skills - Digital Innovation Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE CONSORTIUM OF COLLEGES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b4a5039-071b-4eaf-ab32-2c321bb1617f.json) ## Summary The West Yorkshire Consortium of Colleges is inviting applications for the "Conversion Skills - Digital Innovation" tender, which is focused on providing education and training services aimed at enhancing digital skills in the Leeds City Region. This open procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 31 October 2018. The resultant contract is scheduled to commence on 1 December 2018 and will run until 31 July 2019. The delivery addresses will primarily be in West Yorkshire, specifically the postal code LS2 8BL, though it also encompasses a broader geographical scope, including British Overseas Territories and Europe. This tender presents a significant opportunity for training providers with expertise in digital skills development, particularly those targeting the information and communication technology sectors. Businesses that specialise in advanced digital training or possess innovative educational methodologies would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The focus on raising skill levels and preparing individuals for digital job roles enhances the potential for growth and collaboration, given that the project aligns with the broader regional skills agenda. ## Notice WYCC values the relationship and support for collaborative working, and wants to invite applications from organisations that are committed to working in partnership to deliver quality training which meets the Leeds City Region skills agenda. WYCC is seeking skilled training provider train individuals in advanced digital skills needed for digital economy[1]. This includes skills needed for jobs in the digital sectors (Information, Communication and Technology (ICT)) [2] as well as those needed to work in digital occupations in non-digital sectors. This commission has been developed by collaborating with employers, industry and education. It has also been influenced by, and responds to, national, regional and local skills challenges, strategies and intelligence. This commission is for services to develop and deliver Conversion Skills (training) that aims to increase digital skills by: o Increasing the skills levels (through training) of employed individuals from the existing level to the next level up, to encourage progression in employment; o Increasing the number of people in digital occupations, particularly at level 2 and above, with a focus is on raising the bar on higher level skills; o Train individuals in their pursuit of careers in digital job roles; and o Develop individuals who, upon completion, are ready to progress in digital job roles. Additional information: Please refer to the Commissioning Brief and accompanying Application Documents Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 31 Jul 2019 | | 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 | WEST YORKSHIRE CONSORTIUM OF COLLEGES | | Locality | WEST YORKSHIRE | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS2 8BL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse | | Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 9 Oct 2018 at 15:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 9 Oct 2018 at 15:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 13 Sep 2018 at 14:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 13 Sep 2018 at 14:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 13 Sep 2018 at 13:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 13 Sep 2018 at 13:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 - 12 Sep 2018 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4e00f8ee-ad6d-494c-9589-188a56871d87 9th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/WYCC/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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