Published date: 12 October 2020
Closed early engagement
Contract summary
Industry
Education and training services - 80000000
Location of contract
Any region, North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, South West, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands
Procurement reference
tender_165834/893109
Published date
12 October 2020
Closing date
30 October 2020
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
Since the end of March 2020 Prison education and learning opportunities for prisoners have been severely impacted through Covid-19. As Prisons start re-opening to education, we are ever mindful of the challenges that still exist through the restrictions that this pandemic has brought us.
Prison Education, through its Dynamic Purchasing Framework (DPS), is looking for current suppliers already qualified onto the DPS and new suppliers to come forward and present innovative ideas for education that can be delivered remotely for prisoners i.e. in cell.
The categories of education in the DPS are shown in additional information. We are interested in hearing from providers who specialise in distance learning solutions.
This is not a competitive process. Any information submitted shall be used to help inform future commissioning decisions.
Any future requirements identified shall be advertised and competed through the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. Any parties interested should therefore seek to qualify onto the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System.
The Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System is available at:
https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
Further information can be obtained from: commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk
Our expectation is that the first tranche of courses will be developed and delivered by the end of March 2021.
To note we expect education qualifications could be attained through distance learning assessment(s) where possible. In addition, examinations could be considered where suitable invigilation could be provided in a prison setting. We are unable to consider in-cell technology, including use of personal laptops but use of DVD's are an option.
More information
Additional text
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Please respond summarising which distance learning courses you can provide and have experience of providing (question 1) against the categories in appendix A and describe how you can meet the requirements detailed in questions 2 to 6 below, max 250 words per question.
1) Summary of distance learning courses - that you are capable of providing and statement of experience of delivery.
2) Adapt the learning goals and the learning process - Remote learning is more challenging in custodial environments because for most prisons online is not an option, so suppliers would need to have or develop paper-based options. These could be supplemented with the occasional face to face visit and in some cases telephone contact.
3) Create innovative remote learning activities - Engagement is key, can you focus on providing distance learning experiences that maximise learner engagement and minimise roadblocks.
4) Support learners to overcome new challenges - The mental well-being of our learners is essential to creating a successful learning environment. Suppliers need to be able to offer innovative ways of supporting prisoners throughout their learning journey.
5) Respond to the needs to students with Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD) - Learners within prisons are more likely than the general population to have higher needs related to LDD. Distance learning models that can adapt to meet these needs is essential.
6) Any other relevant information
We will be holding a one hour skype briefing session on 21st October 2020 which you will be welcome to attend. If you would like to attend then please make an email request to commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk .
Submitting your response to this PIN - please email your response to commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk, marked "PEDPS PIN Market Engagement response" no later than 17:00 on the 30th October 2020.
Appendix A - PEDPS Categories
PEDPS.01 Catering and hospitality
PEDPS.02 Construction, planning and the built environment
PEDPS.03 Cleaning and facilities management
PEDPS.04 Engineering and manufacturing technologies
PEPDS.05 Retail and commercial enterprise
PEDPS.06 Health, public services and care
PEDPS.07 Business, leadership, administration and law
PEPDS.08 Arts, media and publishing
PEDPS.09 Agriculture, horticulture and animal care
PEDPS.10 Sport, leisure, travel and tourism
PEDPS.11 Science, humanities and languages (Not ESOL)
PEDPS.13 Life skills
PEDPS.14 Services to support individuals with Additional Learning Needs
PEDPS.15 Other educational services not specified above
PEDPS.17 Preparation for work and Information Advice and Guidance services
About the buyer
Contact name
Alasdair Fraser
Address
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
England
Telephone
+44 7970360270
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