Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
North of Tyne Combined Authority
The Lumen St James Boulevard
Newcastle
NE4 5BZ
Contact
Mrs Judith Robson
judith.robson@northtyneside.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 1916435660
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKC - North East (England)
Internet address(es)
Main address
https://www.northoftyne-ca.gov.uk
Buyer's address
https://www.northoftyne-ca.gov.uk
one.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 above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://procontract.due-north.com
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
North of Tyne Combined Authority and North East LEP Wave 3 Skills Bootcamp
Reference number
DN610111
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Skills bootcamps are one part of the National Skills Fund, a £2.5 billion initiative to help adults train and gain skills quickly to improve their job prospects.
The bootcamps offer free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for adults aged 19 or over who are either in work, self-employed, recently unemployed or returning to work after a break.
NTCA and the NELEP have secured a combined £7.4m directly from the Department for Education to support the delivery of Skills Bootcamps in the NTCA region and wider NELEP geography. This is a significant investment in our region and has the potential to deliver new opportunities to generations of adult who may have been previously left behind.
Skills Bootcamps aim to secure benefits for adults aged 19+ by giving them access to in-demand skills training and a guaranteed interview for a more sustainable, higher-skilled job and higher wages over time. The benefits for employers include helping them fill specific skills shortage vacancies, enabling them to become more productive, more quickly.
The overall aims of the Skills Bootcamps are:
- to deliver flexible training programmes lasting up to 16 weeks, based on employer / sector ‘in-demand’ skills needs which may be either regulated (i.e. qualification based) or non-regulated (e.g. based on alignment with industry standards) enabling adults (19+) to do training around work and other commitments, looking to gain work, additional responsibilities, or access new opportunities and will offer a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job) to individual participants on completion of the course;
- to address the needs of adults (19+) who are full-time and part-time employed, unemployed, returning to work after a break or self-employed, and provide individuals with wider access to opportunities to retrain, update or formalise their skills or acquire specialist skills;
- to address the needs of employers and the wider economy, to deliver targeted interventions to meet short-medium term demand to fill vacancies and drive productivity. They will help fill medium-higher level vacancies and bring individuals closer to better jobs, by linking them with line of sight to a job/ different role, additional responsibilities or new opportunities/contracts; and
- to help fill vacancies and bring individuals closer to better jobs (including those currently in employment), by linking them with line of sight to a job / different role, additional responsibilities, or new opportunities / contracts.
We are keen to see innovative proposals of realistic and sustainable options that demonstrate commitment from all sides to a successful outcome.
The initial estimated total value of this procurement (across Lots 1 to 10 inclusive) is £7.4 million. The total value of the procurement to include any future contract extensions or variations is £ 29.4 million this is based on the initial period plus 2 x 12 month extensions and a potential additional £2.4 million per annum for the NE LEP Lot 10
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £29,400,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Lot 1 NTCA Digital Core
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Across the NTCA area there is evidence of a strong, and inter-connected Digital and Tech sector that is leading the way in developing and applying new technologies and data analytics capability.
NTCA is seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals which provide skills/training in areas which there is demand and will support growth and innovation in our regions Digital and Tech sector as well as to address the shortage of digitally skilled workers in our area. Skills Bootcamps across the Lot 1 Digital Core Category could include but are not limited to:
Computer Aided Design – 3D, Electrical, Diagnostics
Cyber – Security, Intrusion Analysis, Technology Readiness, Engineering
Data – Analytics, Engineering, Database, Design
DevOps
Digital Marketing – social media, Design, Analytics
Games
Network – Engineering, Technology, Infrastructure
Software Development – Programming, Agile Computing, Coding
Software Engineering
Support – Specialist IT Solutions
Web – Full Stack Development, Engineering, Production
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £350,000 and the Maximum is £750,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £1,500,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 – NTCA Digital Bespoke
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Digital Skills Bootcamps not falling within the Lot 1 Digital Core subject sector areas. We wish to encourage innovation and diversity in proposals, and we do recognise that Skills Bootcamps may not always accord exactly with these divisions.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £125,000 and the Maximum is £250,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £250,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 – NTCA Logistics
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Skills Bootcamps that will provide regulated certification in skills for working in the Transport and Logistics Industries, non-regulated training in transport operations covering health & safety and logistics legislation.
HVC Driving:
A. Novice to Cat C
B. Novice to Cat C and Cat C+E
C. Novice to Cat C or Cat C and Cat C+E + employer specific elements
D. Cat C to Cat C+E
E. Additional Qualification in ADR Packages
F. Additional Qualification in ADR Packages and ADR Tankers
G. Additional Qualification in ADR Tankers + PDP
H. Back to the Wheels Refresher to existing category
I. Back to the Wheels Refresher Cat C to Cat C+E
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £100,000 and the Maximum is £200,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £200,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 – NTCA Technical Core
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamps that will develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours to work, progress in work, or gain an apprenticeship. Skills Bootcamps in Lot 4 Technical Core Category could include but are not limited to:
Engineering – Civil – including development of skills to support the Rail Sector
Engineering Construction, Marine
Welding – Coded, MIG, TIG
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £200,000 and the Maximum is £450,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £450,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 – Technical Bespoke
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
Skills Bootcamps not falling within the Lot 4 Technical Core subject sector areas but are responsive to employer skills demands in the NTCA region and support key growth sectors including the Offshore Wind Sector.
We wish to encourage innovation and diversity in proposals, and we do recognise that Skills Bootcamps may not always accord exactly with these divisions
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £200,000 and the Maximum is £600,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £600,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 - Construction
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
In the NTCA region there are a number of high-profile construction projects due to commence which will require skilled workers Skills Bootcamps in this Lot must be designed to address skills shortages experienced by employers in the construction sector and may include but are not limited to:
Construction Management - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals that provide Level 3+ skills in construction management, site supervision and project co-ordination. The programmes must be developed to support skills demand from existing employers as well as other inward investment coming into the NTCA region.
Construction Trades - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals that provide Level 2+ trade skills including Bricklaying, Plumbing, Gas, Dry Lining, Joinery. These bootcamps must support construction projects across the NTCA region.
Other Construction - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamps which provide practical and theoretical training including achievement of nationally accredited licenses in order to operate a variety of heavy plant equipment utilised in the construction sector. Skills Bootcamps in this sector will support new entrants to the construction sector, as well as packages to upskill experienced construction workers.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £350,000 and the Maximum is £500,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £1,000,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 7 – Pathway to Accelerated Apprenticeships
Lot No
7
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NTCA are seeking proposals that relate to accelerated apprenticeship pathways in a range of roles which include the Industrial Coatings Apprenticeship Programme, Non-Destructive Testing Operative Apprenticeship Programme and other advanced and specialist engineering apprenticeships in the NTCA region.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £250,000 and the Maximum is £250,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £250,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 8 – Green Skills
Lot No
8
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The low carbon economy is predicted to grow four times faster than the rest of the economy over this decade and the transition to this green economy provides a real opportunity for driving the economic recovery in the NTCA region.
There is huge potential for job creation through the low carbon transition in sectors of the economy including buildings, energy, manufacturing, transport and ICT.
NTCA is seeking proposals for Skills Bootcamps that will support skills demand in the Green Economy for our region. Proposals may include but are not limited to:
Green Power - Skills Bootcamps which will provide the skills required in the operations and maintenance of wind turbines for the offshore wind industry.
Green Construction & Buildings - Skills Bootcamps to support skills development in retrofit, energy efficiency installation, Smart Devices and controls and Heat pump installation.
Green Protection of Natural Resources - Skills Bootcamps that support rural skills or trade related certificate of competence such as NPTC certificates in chainsaw, clearing saw or herbicide application. Nature Restoration, Woodland Management, Arboriculture, Decarbonising Agriculture, Waste Management and Recycling.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £250,000 and the Maximum is £500,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £500,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 9 - Other – Culture & Events
Lot No
9
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80300000 - Higher education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The reinvigoration of the events and cultural / creative offer is a priority for NTCA. Our environment and heritage are key economic key assets, and we recognise the role that the creative industries and the visitor economy play in driving economic growth and job creation across the region.
Investment in skills is crucial to develop more resilient freelancers, businesses, and organisations, as well as ensure our residents have access to the many employment
opportunities in this sector.
NTCA are seeking bespoke Skills Bootcamps that include but are not limited to L3 technical skills in production, Events design and production. Events Health and safety management, Events marketing, and audience development. Wider digital marketing, design and communication.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £100,000 and the Maximum is £250,000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £250,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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 10 – NELEP
Lot No
10
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKC - North East (England)
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The low carbon economy is predicted to grow four times faster than the rest of the economy over this decade and the transition to this green economy provides a real opportunity for driving economic growth. The North East LEP is seeking to develop Skills Bootcamps that will target the development of green skills to support this transition.
Skills Bootcamps in green skills must deliver skills that;
• directly meet the needs of the green economy and support the transition from high to low carbon, directly contribute to the achievement of the UK’s net zero emissions target and help mitigate climate risks; and
• are ‘Direct Green’ skills - these are skills that are specific to the Prioritised Green Sectors (outlined below) or a role within that sector.
The North East LEP is particularly interested in testing new provision (including provider types, qualifications and methods of delivery). We would encourage contractors to include an element of new provision in their overall delivery.
The North East LEP is seeking bespoke Skills Bootcamps in the following Prioritised Green Sector areas:
Green Power - Skills Bootcamps which will provide the skills required in the Renewables sectors (such as operations and maintenance of wind turbines for the offshore and on shore wind industry, Solar e.g. Solar roofing installation and maintenance) and skills to support the transition to renewable domestic energy.
Green Construction and Buildings - Skills Bootcamps which will provide the skills required in retrofit (including retrofit installation) and energy efficiency installation (including heat pumps maintenance and repair)
Green Transportations – Skills Bootcamps which will provide the skills required in the electric vehicle manufacture, maintenance and recycling sector.
Each contractor must include some level L5 qualifications within their offer.
The Minimum contract value for this Lot is £1,000,000 and the Maximum is £1,200,000
Please note any contracts awarded from this lot will be with NTCA only (as accountable body on behalf of the NELEP).
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: £2,400,000
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start date
4 July 2022
End date
31 March 2023
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial term of any awarded Contract(s) is from 4th July 2022 to 31st March 2023. A Contract with a Provider may, at the sole discretion of the Authority, be extended for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Any extension/s will be subject to funding approval in subsequent years and government priorities for skills.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
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.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
27 May 2022
Local time
12:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.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)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
27 May 2022
Local time
12:00pm
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Royal Courts of Justice
Strand
London
WC2A 2LL
Country
United Kingdom