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title: "Pagabo National Framework for Academy Services"
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# Pagabo National Framework for Academy Services

Buyer: RED KITE LEARNING TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03e1cb

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## Summary

The Red Kite Learning Trust, through Pagabo, is initiating a procurement process for a national framework for professional services for Academies in England. The framework covers Legal, Audit, Data Protection, Health and Safety, HR, and Payroll services. The agreement will last for 2 years with possible extensions. The procurement follows the Public Contract Regulations 2015 Open procedure.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses providing professional services to Academies in England. Companies specialising in Legal, Audit, Data Protection, Health and Safety, HR, and Payroll services are well-suited to compete in this single-stage procurement process. The framework is structured into several lots and regions, offering multiple opportunities for suppliers to engage and compete for contracts.

## Notice

Added Value Portal t/a Pagabo, acting on behalf of Red Kite Learning Trust, wish to establish a national framework of Providers of professional services to Academies in England. The framework will cover but will not be limited to the provision of Legal, Audit (internal and external), Data Protection, Health and Safety, HR and Payroll services. The Framework Agreement will be established for a period of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to a further 2 periods of 12 months. This Framework Agreement is being advertised and tendered, so it can be utilised by all Academy Trusts in England and the full list is available in the Tender synopsis. The framework is divided into 11 lots and 9 regions (99 sub-lots), with a maximum of 9 Suppliers per sub-lot. The framework shall have the facility for Clients to Direct Award and Further Compete their requirements. The procurement will be a single stage process following the Public Contract Regulations 2015 Open procedure.

### Lot Information

Legal Services

This lot is for the provision of legal services specfically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Data Protection Officer (DPO) Services

This lot is for the provision of Data Protection Officer services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts to provide information security and compliance with data protection law service in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Internal Audit Services

This lot is for the provision of internal audit services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in accordance with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

External Audit Services

This lot is for the provision. of external audit services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in accordance with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Valuation Services

This lot is for the provision of valuation services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Health and Safety Services

This lot is for the provision of Health and Safety services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Human Resource Services

This lot is for the provision of Human Resource consultancy services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Payroll Services

This lot is for the provision of Payroll services specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Human Resource Management Software as a Solution (SaaS)

This lot is for the provision of Human Resource Management software as a solution, specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Payroll Management Software as a Service (SaaS)

This lot is for the provision of Payroll management software as a solution, specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

Combined HR and Payroll Management Software as a Service (SaaS)

This lot is for the provision of a combined Human Resource and Payroll Management software as a solution, specifically to Academies, Single Academy Trusts and Multi Academy Trusts in line with the Academy Trust Handbook. Additional information: Whilst this procurement isn't related to a specific project and/or programme financed by European Union funds, it is anticipated that there may be specific projects awarded via this framework which are financed by European Union funds.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018523-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | 16 Nov 2023 |
| Award date | 28 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £89,500,000 |
| Lots value | £89,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £89,500,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RED KITE LEARNING TRUST |
| Locality | HARROGATE |
| Post town | Harrogate |
| Postcode | HG2 9PH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Harlow & St. Georges |
| Westminster constituency | Harrogate and Knaresborough |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 17 |
| Supplier names | AZETS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS; CR PAYROLL SOLUTIONS; EVERSHEDS SUTHERLAND (INTERNATIONAL; FORBES SOLICITORS; HCR LEGAL; HY EDUCATION SOLICITORS; INFORMATION GOVERNANCE SERVICES; JUNIPER EDUCATION SERVICES; MUCKLE; NEO PEOPLE MANAGEMENT; NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL; PICK EVERARD; SAGARS ACCOUNTANTS; STONE KING; TIAA; WILKIN CHAPMAN; WYLIE & BISSET |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48450000 - Time accounting or human resources software package
- 71317200 - Health and safety services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79110000 - Legal advisory and representation services
- 79111000 - Legal advisory services
- 79112000 - Legal representation services
- 79130000 - Legal documentation and certification services
- 79131000 - Documentation services
- 79132000 - Certification services
- 79132100 - Electronic signature certification services
- 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services
- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79211000 - Accounting services
- 79211110 - Payroll management services
- 79211200 - Compilation of financial statements services
- 79212000 - Auditing services
- 79212100 - Financial auditing services
- 79212200 - Internal audit services
- 79212300 - Statutory audit services
- 79212400 - Fraud audit services
- 79212500 - Accounting review services
- 79220000 - Fiscal services
- 79221000 - Tax consultancy services
- 79222000 - Tax-return preparation services
- 79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2024 at 15:38 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018523-2024
- 14 Jun 2024 at 13:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018477-2024
- 29 Nov 2023 at 16:59 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035270-2023
- 29 Nov 2023 at 09:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035144-2023
- 14 Jul 2023 at 08:37 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020210-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rklt.co.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/pagabo/aspx/ProjectManage/1268
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/pagabo/aspx/ProjectManage/1269
- https://pagabo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Academy-Services-Framework-User_Guide-Watermarked.pdf
- https://www.rklt.co.uk

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