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title: "Standards and Frameworks - Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000706698"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND CO. LIMITED"
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# Standards and Frameworks - Framework Agreement

Buyer: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND CO. LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000706698

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a planned tender initiated by Skills Development Scotland Co. Limited for the establishment of a multi-supplier framework on behalf of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The procurement focuses on the development of Standards and Frameworks related to education services, including National Occupational Standards, Welsh Translations, Scottish Vocational Qualifications, and Apprenticeship Frameworks. The tender, titled "Standards and Frameworks - Framework Agreement," aims to provide services falling within the definition of social and specific services. The deadline for future notice is set for 31st October 2022.

This tender by Skills Development Scotland Co. Limited presents business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in education services, vocational qualifications, and apprenticeship frameworks. Businesses with expertise in curriculum development, training provision, and educational services tailored to meet the specific requirements of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. As the contract is planned to encompass a wide range of educational services, suppliers with a strong track record in delivering quality and tailored programmes are encouraged to participate.

## Notice

Skills Development Scotland requires to establish a multi supplier framework on behalf of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to provide development of Standards and Frameworks. The scope of tendered services covers provision of development and review of: Lot 1: National Occupational Standards(NOS) including cleansing of NOS Lot 2: Welsh Translation for NOS where required Lot 3: Scottish Vocational Qualifications(SVQs) or alternative competency-based qualifications (CBQs) for use in apprenticeship frameworks Lot 4: Apprenticeship Frameworks in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The scope of services to be provided under this contract falls within definition of social and other specific services in Schedule 3 to Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ("the regulations") and therefore procurement process shall in accordance with Regulation 74 of the Regulation be subject to the requirement of section 7 of the Regulations. By virtue of regulation 76(3) of the regulations, bidders in any of the situations listed in regulation 58 of the Regulation may be excluded.

### Lot Information

National Occupational Standards(NOS) including cleansing of NOS

SDS is inviting bids for a place on the Framework. The Framework will be for 2 years from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2025 with the option of 2 x 1 year extensions. The scope of services to be provided under this contract falls within the definition of social and other specific services in Schedule 3 to the Public Contracts (Regulations 2015 ("the regulations") and therefore the procurement process shall in accordance with Regulation 74 of the Regulation be subject to the requirement of section 7 of the Regulations. By virtue of regulation 76(3) of the regulations, bidders in any of the situations listed in regulation 58 of the Regulation may be excluded.

Welsh Translation for NOS where required

Welsh Translations for NOS when this is required.

Scottish Vocational Qualifications(SVQs) or alternative competency-based qualifications (CBQs) for use in apprenticeship frameworks

SVQs and CBQs are work-based qualifications based on National Occupational Standards of competence drawn up by representatives from each industry sector. They are made up of units which break a job down into separate functions reflecting the different kind of activities of a job.

Apprenticeship Frameworks in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

An apprenticeship is a package of learning, training and practical work experience gained while employed. The content of the apprenticeship is described as a framework. Apprenticeships enable employers to develop the workforce of the future and support succession planning whilst delivering tangible benefits such as reduced staff turnover. Apprenticeships provide an opportunity to raise standards and support the professionalisation of a sector. All new and reviewed apprenticeships must comply with relevant national policy. Wherever possible, frameworks should be mapped across all four UK nations to identify where synergies and core components exist, to support coherence across the UK and avoid unnecessary duplication of activity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP459185 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Oct 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND CO. LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | THE NORTHERN IRELAND EXECUTIVE; THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2022 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP459185

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP459185
  Standards and Frameworks - Framework Agreement - Skills Development Scotland requires to establish a multi supplier framework on behalf of the Devolved Governments of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to provide development of Standards and Frameworks. The scope of tendered services covers provision of development and review of: Lot 1: National Occupational Standards(NOS) including cleansing of NOS Lot 2: Welsh Translation for NOS where required Lot 3: Scottish Vocational Qualifications(SVQs) or alternative competency-based qualifications (CBQs) for use in apprenticeship frameworks Lot 4: Apprenticeship Frameworks in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The scope of services to be provided under this contract falls within definition of social and other specific services in Schedule 3 to Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ("the regulations") and therefore procurement process shall in accordance with Regulation 74 of the Regulation be subject to the requirement of section 7 of the Regulations. By virtue of regulation 76(3) of the regulations, bidders in any of the situations listed in regulation 58 of the Regulation may be excluded.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=706698
- http://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000706698

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