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title: "DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF NORTH EAST ADCS \"STEPPING INTO SYSTEM LEADERSHIP\" PROGRAMME"
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# DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF NORTH EAST ADCS "STEPPING INTO SYSTEM LEADERSHIP" PROGRAMME

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ce4af2e2-9d8c-42b7-a969-d68daab6e9a6

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## Summary

Durham County Council has completed the award phase of a public procurement process for the development and delivery of the "Stepping into System Leadership" programme in the North East of the United Kingdom. This contract, valued at £100,000, falls under the Education and Training Services industry category and was awarded to VSC Plus. The contract period begins on 1st March 2025 and ends on 28th February 2026, with an option to extend for two additional 12-month periods. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6th January 2025 and the award publication on 19th February 2025. The procurement was conducted using a Request for Quote under Durham County Council's Contract Procedure Rules.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in bespoke training programmes, particularly those experienced in leadership development and navigating complex systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities, promoting strategic and cross-agency change. By contributing to this initiative, businesses can enhance their portfolio and build strong relationships with local government entities, aiding in their business growth and expansion within the public sector.

## Notice

To procure a bespoke system leadership training programme for staff, to expand our existing regional Aspiring Leadership and Progression offer. The aim is to support the development of leaders capable of navigating complex systems and driving strategic, cross-agency change. Additional information: The proposed contract is to be let with an option to extend for a further 2 periods of 12 months each from the actual end date subject to Commissioner and budget approval.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ded7625-6753-4c32-99d9-38843c845670 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Request for Quote under Durham County Council's Contract Procedure Rules |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VSC PLUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2025 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ded7625-6753-4c32-99d9-38843c845670

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ded7625-6753-4c32-99d9-38843c845670
  19th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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