--- title: "Provision of Apprenticeship Training Services to the University of Birmingham (Dynamic Purchasing System)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2023-08-21" --- # Provision of Apprenticeship Training Services to the University of Birmingham (Dynamic Purchasing System) Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f5b5.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers to provide apprenticeship training services as part of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The procurement aims to utilise apprenticeship levy funding for talent development and career growth over a 5-year period. The tender follows the restricted procedure under Public Procurement Regulations 2015 and allows for multiple suppliers to join the DPS, promoting fair competition. The deadline for submissions is set for September 20, 2023. This opportunity presented by the University of Birmingham's procurement process is ideal for training providers interested in delivering apprenticeship training services. Businesses looking to engage in talent development and training programmes within the education sector are well-suited to compete. The DPS framework facilitates easy supplier participation, fostering a competitive environment and offering opportunities for sustainable growth and collaboration. ## Notice The University of Birmingham is planning to recruit a number of apprentices over the next 5 years in support of the University strategy to develop local talent and support entry points into the University talent pipeline. In addition, the University will utilise apprenticeship training for existing staff where a role clearly meets the definition of an apprentice. The University of Birmingham will look to sustainably optimise use of its apprenticeship levy (In excess of PS1million per annum) to support genuine apprenticeships and career development for University employees. The University of Birmingham is looking to engage training providers to deliver apprenticeship training in key areas. The successful suppliers will deliver apprenticeship training where training cannot be provided in house. The tender process will follow the restricted procedure under the Public Procurement Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015). It is following the light-touch regime permitted under Regulations 74 to 77 of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The University intends to implement a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to deliver these requirements. This requires the release of procurement documents at the same time as publication of the OJEU notice which comprise the following: o Dynamic Purchasing System Instructions o Supplier's Questionnaire (SQ) - must be completed and returned o UoB Terms and Conditions Establishing a DPS with multiple suppliers will help to create an environment which encourages fair competition, allowing suppliers to join at any time and choose whether to compete for all or any of the services under the DPS. The DPS will remain open to allow new suppliers, previously rejected suppliers, to apply for admittance to the DPS at any point throughout its five (5) years' duration. The University reserves the right at its absolute and sole discretion not to proceed with a Contract Award and end the process at any stage if it wishes to do so. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University of Birmingham is planning to recruit a number of apprentices over the next 5 years in support of the University strategy to develop local talent and support entry points into the University talent pipeline. In addition, the University will utilise apprenticeship training for existing staff where a role clearly meets the definition of an apprentice. The University of Birmingham will look to sustainably optimise use of its apprenticeship levy (In excess of PS1million per annum) to support genuine apprenticeships and career development for University employees. The University of Birmingham is looking to engage training providers to deliver apprenticeship training in key areas. The successful suppliers will deliver apprenticeship training where training cannot be provided in house. The tender process will follow the restricted procedure under the Public Procurement Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015). It is following the light-touch regime permitted under Regulations 74 to 77 of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The University intends to implement a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to deliver these requirements. This requires the release of procurement documents at the same time as publication of the OJEU notice which comprise the following: o Dynamic Purchasing System Instructions o Supplier's Questionnaire (SQ) - must be completed and returned o UoB Terms and Conditions Establishing a DPS with multiple suppliers will help to create an environment which encourages fair competition, allowing suppliers to join at any time and choose whether to compete for all or any of the services under the DPS. The DPS will remain open to allow new suppliers, previously rejected suppliers, to apply for admittance to the DPS at any point throughout its five (5) years' duration. The University reserves the right at its absolute and sole discretion not to proceed with a Contract Award and end the process at any stage if it wishes to do so. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024549-2023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic, Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Aug 2023 | | Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | Lots value | £5,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG31 Birmingham | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 21 Aug 2023 at 16:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024549-2023 ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofBirmingham/aspx/Home - https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/index.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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