--- title: "HCC - 10/18 - The Provision of a Post-Graduate Diploma in Social Work" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE" published: "2018-11-27" --- # HCC - 10/18 - The Provision of a Post-Graduate Diploma in Social Work Buyer: SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b3a21566-2da0-4a72-b86a-ee34eb05b6c7.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by Supply Hertfordshire, seeking bids for the 'HCC - 10/18 - The Provision of a Post-Graduate Diploma in Social Work'. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically focused on adult-education services at university level. The location for contract delivery is Hertfordshire, within the East of England. Currently at the tender stage, the submission deadline is set for 7th January 2019, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st April 2019 and run until 31st March 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, indicating a competitive solicitation process. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services and vocational training, particularly those experienced in delivering higher education programmes. Companies that can demonstrate capability in crafting bespoke training solutions will be particularly well-suited to compete. Given the nature of the contract, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, which can foster growth and innovation within this sector. Furthermore, organisations should be prepared to address legal implications associated with the TUPE regulations and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive data throughout the procurement process. ## Notice The Step Up to Social Work programme provides an accelerated entry route into social work for high-achieving graduates and career changers. Step Up to Social Work is delivered through the development of a bespoke work-based 14 month postgraduate diploma programme, led by groups of local authorities working in regional partnerships and contracting with HEIs. Award of the diploma enables candidates to apply for registration as a qualified social worker. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Services provided, any Contract formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate. Please Note the TUPE Staffing Information for this procurement has been provided along with other documentation for this procurement. TUPE related information must be treated as protected data in accordance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 and must be kept confidential. Therefore by accessing this Tender via Supply Hertfordshire and then the View Details button and accessing the documentation for this procurement, Tenderers agree to undertake to treat the information as confidential and commercially sensitive at all times and take all reasonable steps to prevent any inadvertent disclosure to any third party. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Nov 2018 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 | | 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 | SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE | | Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG13 8DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire | | Local authority | East Hertfordshire | | Electoral ward | Hertford Castle | | Westminster constituency | Hertford and Stortford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80400000 - Adult and other education services - 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level - 80510000 - Specialist training services - 80530000 - Vocational training services ## Release History - 27 Nov 2018 at 09:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 - 27 Nov 2018 at 09:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 - 27 Nov 2018 at 09:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 - 12 Oct 2018 at 10:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49470f08-33b6-4ec9-9d79-7ac172f544d8 27th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/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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