---
title: "Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c95c"
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# Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)

Buyer: EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c95c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)" contract, initiated by the Education Authority, involves providing accredited training services specifically designed for vulnerable populations. This contract, categorised under education and training services, has a total value of £270,000 and runs from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2024. The procurement method employed was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the unique nature of the required services that only one supplier, Open College Network, can fulfil. The contract was signed on 20 May 2021, and the bid process recorded a single submission.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those that offer accredited courses tailored to meet the needs of hard-to-reach groups. Businesses that specialise in innovative educational programmes, especially those targeting barriers to learning and supporting vulnerable populations, would be well-suited to engage in this tender. Additionally, companies with a proven track record in partnership with regional authorities or local educational institutions could capitalise on similar opportunities to enhance their service offerings and expand their market presence.

## Notice

BSP-21-017 Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC), For the period 1 April 2021 to the 31 March 2024

### Lot Information

Lot 1

OCN Programmes support EA CYPS to address educational underachievement towards closing the gap and addressing barriers to learning.

### Procurement Information

OCN NI are the sole supplier of the accredited training courses that meet the specific needs of hard to reach vulnerable people. The suite of accredited training offered reflects the mission statement and value base of EA. There is no other supplier who can provide this service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016879-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £270,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BALLYMENA |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT42 2HS |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0F Mid and East Antrim |
| Local authority | Mid and East Antrim |
| Electoral ward | Ballee and Harryville |
| Westminster constituency | North Antrim |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 19 Jul 2021 at 09:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016879-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eani.org.uk

## Provenance

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