--- title: "Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)" published: "2019-01-02" --- # Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c.json) ## Summary The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking providers for its "Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training" under a selective procurement method. This opportunity, classified under education and training services, is currently in the tendering stage, with the submission deadline set for 25th January 2019. The total value of the framework agreement is £6,937,000, and the contract period will commence on 29th May 2019, extending initially for two years, with potential for extensions not exceeding 24 months, contingent on the BBC’s discretion. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in educational services, particularly those specialising in apprenticeship training and continuous professional development. Companies with experience in large-scale training programmes, adept in developing customised curricula for sectors like media, would be well-positioned to compete. The invitation to express interest via the BBC's BravoSolution e-Tendering portal enhances accessibility for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hoping to expand their footprint in the UK media training landscape. ## Notice The BBC has a requirement to appoint a number of providers to a framework agreement for the provision of Apprenticeship Schemes Phase Three and associated Continuous Professional Development Training. These Apprenticeship Scheme(s) require the Providers to teach, support, assess and award to an agreed curriculum. The Providers shall deliver apprenticeship standards in order to grow the talent of the UK media industry and support future skillset needs across the BBC. In addition the BBC will also require successful applicants to offer additional non-apprenticeship Continuous Professional Development Training for BBC staff for all lots apart from Lot 1. CPD Pathways will offer short, structured and accredited courses derived from the certificate, diploma and degree elements of the apprenticeship. User-elected CPD provides individual classes or modules from the curriculum and allows BBC staff and their managers the freedom to complete modules as and when required. The Framework Agreement(s) will have an initial term of two years commencing on 29th May 2019 and ending on 28th May 2021. The Framework Agreement may be extended The Framework Agreement may be extended at the BBC's discretion numerous times and by any increment. The total duration of the combined extensions shall not exceed 24 months. If the BBC wishes to exercise this option, it will give written notice to the successful Tenderer(s) no later than three months prior to the end of the initial . Additional information: Please register your interest in this project by taking the following steps: 1 - Register your company on the BravoSolution e-Tendering portal (this is only required once): 1.1 Go to https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk 1.2 - Click the link on the login page to register. 1.3 Accept the terms and conditions and click 'Continue'. 1.4 - Enter your correct business and user details. 1.5 - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete. 1.6 - You will shortly receive an email with your temporary password. 2 - Express an interest in the tender: 2.1 - Login to the portal with the username/password. 2.2 - Click the 'PQQs/ITTs Open to all Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier). 2.3 - Click on the relevant PQQ/ITT to access the content. 2.4 - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ/ITT into your 'My PQQs/My ITTs page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only). 2.5 - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box. 3. Responding to the tender: 3.1 - Click 'My Response' under PQQ/ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). 3.2 - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. 3.3 - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ITT. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). 3.4 You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance, please consult the online help, or contact the Bravo e-Tendering help desk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0da6c32-2a8a-4069-b310-ebd30ea32111 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 May 2019 - 28 May 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,937,000 | | 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 | THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | West London | | Postcode | W1A 1AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | West End | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 2 Jan 2019 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0da6c32-2a8a-4069-b310-ebd30ea32111 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0da6c32-2a8a-4069-b310-ebd30ea32111 2nd January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk BBC eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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