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title: "DUD - BCI - Introduction to Coding (Sandwell) - AWARD"
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# DUD - BCI - Introduction to Coding (Sandwell) - AWARD

Buyer: DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db0a635a-3830-4a2c-b12a-dc19d10ee2d7

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## Summary

The Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council has awarded a contract for the "DUD - BCI - Introduction to Coding (Sandwell)" programme, which is focused on providing essential coding skills relevant to the education and training services industry. The programme is scheduled to run from 1st July 2021 to 1st July 2022, delivering five days per week from 9:30 to 16:30. The procurement process employed a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure, with the tender period concluding on 18th June 2021. The awarded contract is valued at £18,000, and the delivery location falls within the West Midlands region, particularly in Dudley (DY1 1HF).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in education, training services, and IT solutions, particularly those focused on coding and career development. Given the programme's aim to prepare participants for industry roles, companies capable of delivering high-quality training and support services will be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, businesses that can ensure accessible training locations and provide comprehensive support, including interview preparation and job placement assistance, would enhance their competitiveness in this procurement process.

## Notice

This 10-days programme has been developed to provide participants with an introduction to the range of skills required by employers in the industry. The programme should provide participants with an understanding of the roles and principles of coding and how to work successfully as part of a team. A key objective of the programme is the progression of participants into apprenticeships, therefore participants should be advised of career opportunities, signposted to companies recruiting coders and prepared for applying for employment within the sector. All participants who complete the programme must be guaranteed a job interview. The programme should be delivered 5 days per week between 9:30 - 4:30. Content should include the list below, which is not exhaustive: o Understanding core principles of programming o Understanding how & where coding is used in the world of work o Fundamental concepts of coding o Concepts in Python & Java programming o Opportunity to experience building Real World Programs o CV and interview preparation o Certificate on completion Service Provider must: o include the price of lunches and travel within the quote; o deliver from a location that is accessible by public transport, outlining the planned delivery locations and venues to be used during the course; o adhere to health and safety rules and regulations being fully responsible for all risk assessments including external activities; provide PPE where necessary and report any accidents/incidents in a timely manner; o report on performance against agreed targets at a timeframe to be agreed and specified in the contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7922b88b-e6cc-43e4-9bf9-e99f8bc1c9db |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 1 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,000 |
| 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 | DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY1 1HF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG36 Dudley |
| Local authority | Dudley |
| Electoral ward | St. James's |
| Westminster constituency | Dudley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEARNPLAY FOUNDATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2021 at 08:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7922b88b-e6cc-43e4-9bf9-e99f8bc1c9db

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7922b88b-e6cc-43e4-9bf9-e99f8bc1c9db
  12th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dudley.gov.uk

## Provenance

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