Scope
Description
Gateshead College is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced organisation, capable of delivering Advanced Manufacturing training and education in
North East England in partnership with the college, on a sub-contract basis.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Gateshead:-Education-and-training-services./29F629VZV4
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Total value (estimated)
- £10,500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2025 to 1 August 2026
- Possible extension to 1 August 2030
- 5 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The Contract will be for a 12 month period, with an option to extend for a further four periods of 12 months each. Any extensions offered will be subject to satisfactory contract performance and the College still having adequate funding and requirement for the Contract.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKC2 - Northumberland and Tyne and Wear
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
28 May 2025, 12:59am
Tender submission deadline
4 June 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
4 July 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Long criteria description |
Quality | 100% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Reduced tendering period
Yes
Light touch contract - no minimum
Contracting authority
Gateshead College
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYVZ-5892-TRVV
Baltic Campus, Quarryfield Road, Baltic Business Quarter
Gateshead
NE8 3BE
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government