--- title: "Framework to supply specialist support for the Ffiws (Makerspace) project (November 2021)" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-116051" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-116051" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116051.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116051.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MENTER MÔN CYF" published: "2021-11-19" --- # Framework to supply specialist support for the Ffiws (Makerspace) project (November 2021) Buyer: MENTER MÔN CYF Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-kuma6s-116051 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-116051) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-116051.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Menter Môn Cyf, seeks to establish a framework for providing specialist support to the Ffiws project, aimed at setting up makerspaces in Gwynedd. The tender, titled "Framework to supply specialist support for the Ffiws (Makerspace) project," is classified under the services category and is located in Llangefni, Gwynedd. The open procurement process has a submission deadline of 20th December 2021 and an award period concluding on 10th January 2022. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically via the designated platform. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in technical support, training services, and community engagement, particularly in the fields of technology and education. Companies with expertise in operating makerspaces or offering specialist training for technology-related equipment would be well-suited to participate. The collaboration with Gwynedd Council and additional funding from various grants also indicates a supportive environment for potential contractors aiming to grow their presence in rural economic development and the promotion of the Welsh language. ## Notice 1.0 Project SummaryThe project is setting up 'maker spaces' in towns in Gwynedd in order to demonstrate the technology and develop a community of makers across the county. It will be delivered in partnership between Gwynedd Council and Menter Mon with funding via Arfor and the Gwynedd LEADER project (Arloesi Gwynedd Wledig).To deliver the project we wish to appoint specialists toa. Provide ongoing technical supportb. Work with groups and individuals to develop basic skills and increase awareness of the technology.2.0 Overview of LEADERLEADER is the term used to describe a local development approach for rural areas. The name comes from the French abbreviation for 'Liaison Entre Actions pour le Development de L'Economie Rurale' which roughly translates to 'links between actions for developing the rural economy'It is an EU and Welsh Government funded project that will support activities in Gwynedd between 2015 and 2022 across five themes. More information is available on the Arloesi Gwynedd Wledig website.The current LEADER programme is being delivered in Gwynedd by Menter Mon. They are accountable to the Local Action Groups (LAG) which gives strategic direction and experienced input into projects. The LAG for Gwynedd is Arloesi Gwynedd Wledig.The Gwynedd team are based in Porthmadog and with responsibility of working with various groups and communities of interest, to develop and administer projects.3.0 Overview of ArforCeredigion, Gwynedd, Carmarthenshire and Anglesey are the counties with the highest percentage of Welsh speakers, but the number has been falling for a long time. Increasing the number of Welsh speakers is a key aim for Welsh Government through the Million Welsh Speakers programme.The counties of Ceredigion, Gwynedd, Carmarthenshire and Anglesey have also, for a long time, been facing economic challenges. They are rural counties with low salaries due to a lack of well-paid jobs.The Welsh Government Strategy, 'Prosperity for All' (2017), outlines regional structures for future economic development in Wales. This means that the four counties form part of economic regions where English is more prominent, and where the emphasis in the regions are on their urban centres.However, there is support and desire across the four local authorities to work in partnership to consider how the economy within these counties could be developed, and through this, to increase the sustainability of the Welsh language strongholds.Welsh Government earmarked PS2 million for the 2019/20 to 2020/21 period to allow the four counties to collaborate to prepare a Strategic Plan that would ensure the prosperity of the economy in the west of Wales and to experiment and trial plans to that end. This is the ARFOR programmme (see www.rhaglenarfor.cymru for further information).4.0 The Ffiws ProjectA makerspace is a collaborative workspace for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. The type of technology available in a maker space includes 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC routers. A full list of the equipment has been provided in an attachment.This project is seeking to create a 'pop up' maker space that will be located in empty shops, community spaces and business parks. The project will come to an end in JanuaryAlong with the equipment, the project will provide facilitation support to raise awareness and develop a community of makers that will support ongoing activity. The type of activities will include (but not limited to) the following:* Induction sessions on the equipment for individuals and small groups* Workshops / inductions for craftworkers / artists* Workshops / inductions for young people / students* Workshops / inductions for businesses* Talks and demonstrations for community groups e.e. Merched y Wawr, Rugby Club, Urdd, Business Clubs, Mens Shed* Train the trainer sessions* Collaboration events with other projects e.g. Hwb Menter, Be the Spark and Business Wales* Maker Days to encourage the public to engage with Ffiws e.e. Christmas Decoration days, Haloween masksGwynedd Council have received funds through the Arfor project to purchase fabrication equipment and Menter Mon (via Arloesi Gwynedd Wledig) will coordinate the project and provide funding for the specialist support.A lease has been agreed on an empty shop in Porthmadog to allow Arloesi staff to support the project closely.Please note that the Ffiws building will be unmanned by Menter Mon staff, and therefore lone working will be a necessity. Applicants will be required to provide a lone working risk assessment or method statement with their tender.5.0 Support RequiredThe Arloesi Gwynedd Wledig staff will manage Ffiws and be responsible for coordinating the activities. However, we will require suitably qualified individuals to:a. Provide ongoing technical supportb. Deliver a range of activities as detailed aboveNOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=116045.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. This notice has been sent as a region specific notice. If you did not receive an alert about this you are not based in the specific region selected by the buying authority. Questions on why this was sent as a region specific notice should be sent to the buying authority.(WA Ref:116045)Relates to the following project/programme financed by EU Community Funds: This project has received funding through the Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014 - 2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government. It's also part funded by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) and Gwynedd Council.The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116051 | | Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Not specified | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MENTER MÔN CYF | | Locality | LLANGEFNI | | Post town | Llandudno | | Postcode | LL77 7LR | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL31 Isle of Anglesey | | Local authority | Isle of Anglesey | | Electoral ward | Cefni | | Westminster constituency | Ynys Môn | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80510000 - Specialist training services ## Release History - 19 Nov 2021 at 13:49 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116051 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV380032&idx=1 19th November 2021 - Brief for Ffiws support Nov 21 - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV380032&idx=2 19th November 2021 - Briff cefnogaeth Ffiws Tach 21 - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV380032&idx=3 19th November 2021 - Rhestr offer / Equipment list ## Notice URLs - http://www.mentermon.com - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=116045.The - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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