Published date: 8 August 2023

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: 5 September 2023, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 71241000

Location of contract

South West

Value of contract

£60,000

Procurement reference

SOMRTD001-DN681774-52270302

Published date

8 August 2023

Closing date

5 September 2023

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 November 2023

Contract end date

1 November 2026

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Other

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Somerset Council are keen to robustly understand what ESOL provision is available in Somerset. This could be certificated courses delivered in college settings to talking cafes delivered in the community. This is to make sure that professionals understand what is currently available, individuals are able to make informed decisions about the course that is right for them and lastly that gaps by area or provision can be identified. We are seeking a community partner to map the following:

1. The ESOL classes which are provided by a trained professional in Somerset.
2. The towns/locations in Somerset where ESOL is being provided.
3. Whether provision is within a workplace or held outside of work
4. Length of course, time of delivery and start date of course or open access if can be joined at any time
5. What level is ESOL being taught at (introduction, community skills, full qualification), identifying the different levels for each class being taught
6. Funding provision - if the course is funded or if there is a fee. If there is a fee what this is and any areas of support.
7. Talking café provision including locations and frequency
8. Identify any barriers to seeking attending such as transport, childcare.

About the buyer

Contact name

Max White

Address

16 The Crescent
Taunton
TA1 4DY
England

Email

commercialandprocurement@somerset.gov.uk

Website

https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk