Published date: 7 February 2020

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 21 February 2020

Contract summary

Industry

  • Education and training services - 80000000

Location of contract

DY1 1HF

Value of contract

£0 to £169,000

Procurement reference

DPS 0101a

Published date

7 February 2020

Closing date

21 February 2020

Contract start date

2 March 2020

Contract end date

5 March 2021

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Restricted procedure (above threshold)

A two-stage procedure, where the first stage is used to select suppliers, who are then invited to bid in the second stage.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

To deliver a 1-2-1 Maths & English (Levels 1 & 2) programme, which will support participants to develop their confidence and a positive approach to these essential skills. Further, to support the progression of participants into education, employment or training. Eligible participants will be aged 16 - 29 and not engaged in education, employment or training.

o Service providers will be required to deliver accredited qualifications in English & Maths from Level 1 through to Level 2.
o Delivery must be conducted on a 1-2-1 basis with tutor supervision/engagement as required by the participant(s) during each lesson.
o Service Providers must be registered with a relevant Awarding Body
o Tutors must be qualified to deliver the specified subjects, evidence of relevant qualification must be provided.
o Courses will run to a set timetable, for example 10am - 4pm, between 1 - 3 days per week for up to 16 weeks.
o Consideration must be given to individual needs, disability, learning difficulties and styles
o Service Provider must be experienced in working with vulnerable 16 - 29-year old's, skilled at dealing with challenging behaviors and knowledgeable of the issues that may affect individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
o Service Provider must be knowledgeable in the safeguarding of children and young adults.
o Service Provider must produce relevant teaching qualification documents for all tutors prior to them delivering sessions.

The programme should include an outline and specifications for the following elements:

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Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU

Funding Description

ESF/YEI

Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

About the buyer

Contact name

Kathryn Jobling

Address

Priory Road
Dudley
West Midlands
DY1 1HF
United Kingdom

Telephone

01384 817382

Email

Kathryn.jobling@dudley.gov.uk

Website

www.dudley.gov.uk