Flexible Procurement Agreement for the Adult Skills Framework (Ангилья - Тендер #48267749)

• Contract notice Section I: Contracting authority I.1) Name and addresses

North of Tyne Combined Authority

The Lumen St James Boulevard

Newcastle

NE4 5BZ

UK

Contact person: Mrs Joanna Elliott

Telephone: +44 1916434351

E-mail: joanna.elliott@northtyneside.gov.uk

NUTS: UKC

Internet address(es)

Main address: http://www.northoftyne-ca.gov.uk

Address of the buyer profile: http://www.northoftyne-ca.gov.uk

I.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:

https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities

Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:

https://procontract.due-north.com

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

I.5) Main activity

Education

Section II: Object II.1) Scope of the procurement II.1.1) Title

Flexible Procurement Agreement for the Adult Skills Framework

Reference number: DN699812

II.1.2) Main CPV code

80000000

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

A devolution deal was agreed between ministers and local leaders across the North East in December 2022 to provide the area with new powers and funding to increase opportunities and living standards through inclusive growth and productivity improvements.

It is anticipated that the devolution deal will result in the creation of a new North East Mayoral Combined Authority (NEMCA) covering County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, and Sunderland.

NEMCA will have the power to make decisions on areas such as transport, skills, housing, finance, and economic development. Local leaders have worked together to negotiate an offer which matches their ambition to make a difference for residents, communities, and the economy.

The funding for adult skills provides the opportunity to join up the region"s skills and training offer, reduce duplication and make sure we are reaching those communities most disadvantaged.

To achieve this, we are launching an Adult Skills Flexible Procurement Framework and inviting a wide range of organisations and providers of skills including futher education colleges, independent training organisations, Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations (VCSE) organisations and other stakeholders, including employer providers, to tender for a place on the Framework.

It is anticipated that, from May 2024, NEMCA will be operational and the successor body to the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA). In that event, the current intention is that any Framework Agreements entered into between NTCA and the successful providers as a result of this ITT will continue to remain in force for the duration of their contractual terms, acknowledging that NEMCA would be likely to replace NTCA as the contracting authority from May 2024.

It is also currently anticipated that NEMCA will operate any procedure (direct award or mini competition) for award of orders for services during the Term of the Flexible Procurement Agreement and therefore that than any contracts awarded as a result of such procedures will be entered into between the respective successful providers and NEMCA.

This Procurement is issued by North Tyneside Council on behalf of The North of Tyne Combined Authority (referred to in this document as “NTCA”; the “Authority”; and “we”). The current intention is that any Framework Agreements entered into between NTCA and the successful providers as result of this ITT will continue to remain in force for the duration of their contractual terms, acknowledging that NEMCA would be likely to replace NTCA as the contracting authority from May 2024.

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II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: 280 000 000.00 GBP

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

Tenders may be submitted for all lots

Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: 3

II.2) Description

Lot No: 1

II.2.1) Title

Devolved Adult Education

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKC

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

The principal purpose of the devolved AEB is to engage adults aged 19+ and provide them with the skills needed for entering and sustaining work, an apprenticeship/traineeship, or other further learning.

It provides funding for programmes of learning up to Level 2 (GCSE level equivalent) and some Level 3 qualifications for individuals aged 19-23. It does not fund all Level 3 learning as this is delivered through Free Courses for Jobs or Advanced Learner Loans, or programmes at Level 4 and above which are also funded through Advanced Learner Loans or Higher Education (HE) funding.

The Minimum contract value for this lot is £75,000 and Maximum £750,000

II.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 16 000 000.00 GBP

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

End: 31/07/2025

This contract is subject to renewal: Yes

Description of renewals:

The initial contract award is from 1st April 2024 to 31st July 2025, with the option of 3 x 12 month extensions available

II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 2

II.2.1) Title

Free Courses for Jobs Level 3 Adult Offer

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKC

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

The Free Courses for Jobs Level 3 Adult Offer is designed to help adults to gain the skills that are sought by employers. This will help them improve their job prospects and support economic recovery.

Funding in Lot 2 is available for Free Courses for Jobs provision to support adults to gain free fully funded Level 3 qualifications that are part of the national approved adult offer. This offer includes around 400 Level 3 qualifications in 20 different sector subject areas (SSA). Combined Authority officers, in consultation with providers will monitor qualifications on the approved list to ensure that they meet the needs of the region’s growth/recovery sectors for delivery

The minimum contract value for this lot is £75,000 and maximum is £750,000

II.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 2 000 000.00 GBP

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

End: 31/07/2025

This contract is subject to renewal: Yes

Description of renewals:

The initial contract award is from 1st April 2024 to 31st July 2025, with the option of 3 x 12 month extensions available

II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 3

II.2.1) Title

Skills Bootcamps

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKC

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Skills Bootcamps are intensive, Level 3-5 or equivalent flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities, and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed).

Provision in this Lot should be open to residents of the relevant areas aged 19 or over who are full-time or part-time employed, self-employed, unemployed (i.e. not in work), as well as adults returning to work after a break.

Minimum contract value for this lot is £75,000 and maximum is £750,000

II.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 16 700 000.00 GBP

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

End: 31/07/2025

This contract is subject to renewal: Yes

Description of renewals:

The initial contract award is from 1st April 2024 to 31st July 2025, with the option of 3 x 12 month extensions available

II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Section IV: Procedure IV.1) Description IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system

The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement with a single operator.

Justification for any framework agreement duration exceeding 4 years: This framework does not exceed the 4 years duration

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Date: 18/12/2023

Local time: 12:00

IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

EN

IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender

Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)

IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date: 18/12/2023

Local time: 12:00

Section VI: Complementary information VI.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: No

VI.2) Information about electronic workflows

Electronic ordering will be used

Electronic invoicing will be accepted

Electronic payment will be used

VI.4) Procedures for review VI.4.1) Review body

Royal Courts of Justice

Strand

London

WC2A 2LL

UK

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

17/11/2023

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