Scope
Reference
NCG250603T
Description
NCG are seeking referrers to introduce 19+ Adult Skills Fund ASF funded Learners to its colleges. Learners will be from non-devolved areas as defined by DfE each academic year, unless specific referrals from devolved areas are required during the contract period. This service is specifically to fulfil the annual targets for Online Learning provision within NCG.
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Total value (estimated)
- £2,500,000 excluding VAT
- £3,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 September 2025 to 31 August 2027
- Possible extension to 31 August 2029
- 3 years, 11 months, 23 days
Description of possible extension:
One optional extension available for a maximum of 24 months.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
8 August 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
18 August 2025, 4:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
22 August 2025
Award criteria
Name | Type | Weighting |
---|---|---|
Pricing | Price | 50% |
Providing the Service | Quality | 30% |
Track Record & Capacity to Deliver | Quality | 10% |
Social Value | Quality | 5% |
Environmental Sustainability | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
NCG Corporation
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJDY-1333-MXVZ
Rye Hill House, Scotswood Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
NE4 7SA
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government