Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Wellington House, 40-50 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 2DE
Contact
Andy Serotsky
andrew.serotsky@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 0113123456
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UKE42 - Leeds
National registration number
8876556
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Buyer's address
https://yortender.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/103257
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
one.5) Main activity
General public services
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Digital Skills Courses - Skills Connect
Reference number
78576
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
The Combined Authority is seeking to contract with up to 6 providers to deliver Skills Connect courses to upskill individuals. The aim of Skills Connect is to support individuals into new roles or take on additional responsibilities and providers will be paid based on start, completion and progression of participants. Learning needs to be delivered at a level and length where individuals can progress based on the course content. The provider will need to evidence the rationale of content and length based on expected progression.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £942,643.06
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 1 - Essential Digital Skills
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE42 - Leeds
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The number of people in digital roles is growing and the evidence shows that employers often cannot hire employees with the required skillset. Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel are seen as some of the most in-demand skills at the present time for employers.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 2 - Digital: Creative Technologies
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Businesses and individuals across West Yorkshire are exploring new skills needs within the region. Digital Marketing, User Experience, social media for Businesses and Content Creation are skills that are integral to development and growth of businesses in the region. This suite of courses will support individuals into new roles and progressions in West Yorkshire. In turn, this will ensure economic growth from sole-traders, SME’s and large organisations in the region.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 3 – Digital: IT Roles
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This suite of courses is designed to mitigate skills gaps in mid-high-level roles. There is a clear line of sight to apprenticeships in IT Support, Cloud Computing and Cyber Security roles all of which West Yorkshire businesses need.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 4 – Digital: Technical Skills
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This suite of courses will be designed as an introduction to Data Analytics and Web Design & Web Development.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 5 – Digital: Management Roles
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Management courses in the Digital offer will be designed to introduce individuals to leadership in the digital sector. These courses will be available to candidates who would like to explore management roles within digital teams.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 6 – Ethical use of Artificial Intelligence
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Artificial Intelligence is an up-and-coming skill set that is rising across West Yorkshire. Individuals and businesses are using Artificial Intelligence more often. This course will be designed to teach individuals how to use Artificial Intelligence ethically and to explore AI tools available.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2023/S 000-028236
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
1
Title
Lot 1 - Essential Digital Skills
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
THE SKILLS NETWORK LIMITED
Unit 16 Abbey Court, Benedict Drive, North Yorkshire
Selby
YO8 8RY
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
06645363
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £130,000
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
2
Title
Lot 2 - Digital: Creative Technologies
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Academy of Live Technology Ltd
53 Lidgate Crescent, Langthwaite Grange Ind Estate
Wakefield
WF9 3NR
robin.cramp@productionpark.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1977659850
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
GB117112067
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £325,000
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
3
Title
Lot 3 – Digital: IT Roles
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Springfield Training Ltd
Springfield training, Suits 1-12 Business Hub. Howley Park Road.
Leeds
LS27 0GR
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
Springfield Training Ltd
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £178,500
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
4
Title
Lot 4 – Digital: Technical Skills
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Coders Guild Ltd
10-12 East Parade
Leeds
LS1 2BH
Telephone
+44 134601024
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
09622444
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £138,853
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
5
Title
Lot 5 – Digital: Management Roles
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Coders Guild Ltd
10-12 East Parade
Leeds
LS1 2BH
Telephone
+44 134601024
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
09622444
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £138,790.06
Section five. Award of contract
Contract No
6
Title
Lot 6 – Ethical use of Artificial Intelligence
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
17 December 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 19
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 19
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Springfield Training Ltd
Springfield training, Suits 1-12 Business Hub. Howley Park Road.
Leeds
LS27 0GR
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
National registration number
Springfield Training Ltd
The contractor is an SME
No
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot: £31,500
Section six. Complementary information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
High Court of England and Wales
London
Country
United Kingdom