- Scope of the procurement
- Lot 2. Construction
- Lot 3. Renewables / Sustainability
- Lot 4. Electrical
- Lot 5. Digital
- Lot 6. Employability
- Lot 7. Food Hygiene
- Lot 8. Human Resource
- Lot 9. Accounting
- Lot 10. Engineering
- Lot 11. Highers
- Lot 12. Facility Services
- Lot 13. Management
- Lot 14. Online Learning Resources
- Lot 1. Health and Safety
Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Dumfries and Galloway College
Bankend Road
Dumfries
DG1 4FD
Contact
Angela Van Gelder
Telephone
+44 1314428961
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00448
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers
Reference number
2025-05-DGC37
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 80000000 - Education and training services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
Dumfries and Galloway College is seeking contractors for a Framework for the Provision of Associate Trainers. This will include the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £729,000
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
Construction
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Construction related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Site Supervisors Safety Training Course
- Site Management Safety Training Course
- Multiskilling courses
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Renewables / Sustainability
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Renewables/Sustainability related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- BPEC Solar PV (SCQF Level 6)
- BPEC Electrical Energy Storage System (SCQF Level 6)
- C & G 2921-34 Level 3 Award in the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small commercial Electric Vehicle Charging installations (SCQF Level 5)
- C & G 2921-33 Level 3 Award in Installation and Maintenance of Large-Scale Electric Vehicle Charging installations (SCQF Level 5)
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Electrical
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Electrical related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- C & G 2377-77 Level 3 Award in the In-service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment (SCQF Level 6)
- C & G 2391-52 Initial & Periodic Electrical Inspection & Testing (SCQF Level 6)
- C & G 2382-22 18th Edition Wiring regulations (SCQF Level 6)
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Digital
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Digital related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- EXCEL – Beginners
- EXCEL – Intermediate
- EXCEL – Advanced
- AI for Business
- Digital Marketing
- Introduction to Power BI
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Employability
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Employability related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Building Own Employability Skills
- Preparation for Employment
- Responsibilities of Employment
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Food Hygiene
Lot No
7
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Food Hygiene related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- REHIS Advanced Food Hygiene (SCQF Level 8)
- REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene (SCQF Level 7)
- REHIS Advanced HACCP (SCQF Level 8)
- REHIS Intermediate Certificate in HACCP for food manufacturing (SCQF Level 7)
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Human Resource
Lot No
8
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Human Resource related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice
- SQA Planning and Delivering Training Sessions to Groups (SCQF Level 6).
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Accounting
Lot No
9
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Accounting related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- AAT Foundation Certificate (SCQF Level 5)
- AAT Diploma in Accounting
- AAT Level 2 Certificate in Book keeping
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Engineering
Lot No
10
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Engineering related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Diploma in Engineering (SCQF Level 7)
- SVQ Fabrication & Welding (SCQF Level 6)
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Highers
Lot No
11
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80300000 - Higher education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Higher and related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Higher English
- Higher Languages
- Maths Application of Maths
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Facility Services
Lot No
12
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Facility Services related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- SVQ Facility Services
- SVQ Facility Management
- SVQ Warehousing
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Management
Lot No
13
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Management related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Prince 2
- Prince 2 Agile
- Agile PM
- CMI Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Mgmt
- CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management & Leadership
- Management Workshops
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Online Learning Resources
Lot No
14
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Online Learning Resources Courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- Introduction to Domestic Retrofit
- Introduction to renewable technologies
- Transitioning to Net Zero
- Environmental sustainability for Managers
- Introduction to Airtightness and ventilation
- Introduction to Insulation and Building Treatments
- Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
- Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care
- Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of mental Health Problems
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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
Health and Safety
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM92 - Dumfries & Galloway
Main site or place of performance
Dumfries and Stranraer
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
This lot is for the Provision of Health and Safety related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories:
- NEBOSH General Certificate (SCQF Level 6)
- IOSH Managing Safely (SCQF Level 5)
- REHIS Elementary H & S (SCQF Level 5)
- Highfield Award in the Principles of Fire Safety Level 2 (SCQF Level 6)
- Manual Handling
- COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
- Legionella and Legionnaires Disease Awareness
- Risk Assessment
- Construction Design and Management Regulations
- Door Supervisors
The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender.
The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
48
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: Yes
Description of options
Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.
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 three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Suitability – Authorisation or Membership
Please complete “Suitability - Authorisation or Membership” question in the Qualification Questionnaire in PCS-Tender. Please refer to the note attachment to this question.
Tenderers must meet the minimum requirements in terms of Centre Approval and Awarding Body, for the lots and sub-categories applied for. Minimum requirements under this specific question on the SPD are highlighted against each lot and sub-category on the file provided within PCS-T.
You must provide confirmation that you are able to meet this requirement for the lots and sub-categories applied for and where available, provide electronically. Evidence not available electronically must be provided when requested by the Authority.
Where you are applying for a sub-category that requires to meet Centre Approval and Awarding Body, it is mandatory that you respond to this question.
Question 4A.2 & related 4A.2.1, 4A.2.2 &4A.2.3 - Bidders are required in country of establishment to hold a particular authorisation or membership of a particular organisation needed in order to be able to perform the service in question as stated in Section 2 of the ITT, Clause 2 – Agreement Lotting Structure
Pass = The Tenderer has provided confirmation that it will provide evidence of authorisation or membership of bodies required and applicable to that lot when requested by the Authority.
Fail = The Tenderer has not provided confirmation that it will provide evidence of authorisation or membership of bodies required when requested by the Authority and applicable to that lot.
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria
Please complete “Insurance Requirements” in the Qualification Questionnaire in PCS-Tender.
It is a requirement that all Tenderers must have or commit to have the required insurance levels at commencement of the Agreement as indicated below and in PCS-T.
Question 4B.5.1b Employers Liability – 5,000,000GBP
(applicable where your company employs 1 or more people)
Question 4B.5.2 Other Insurances
Public Liability – 1,000,000GBP – for those lots to be delivered on premises
A copy of the Insurance Certificate or Brokers Letter must be provided prior to award to demonstrate that the Insurance requirements can be met.
Please confirm on PCS-T that you can meet this requirement and this information shall be provided when requested, prior to award.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
All Insurance requirements are minimum standards and are mandatory. A fail will result in elimination of the procurement exercise.
Pass = The Tenderer has the relevant Insurance in place with evidence of an Insurance Certificate or the Tenderer has committed to obtaining the required insurance with evidence of a brokers letter.
Fail = The Tenderer does not have the relevant insurance requirements in place and cannot commit to obtaining the relevant insurance OR the Tenderer has stated they have the relevant insurance in place or can obtain it but is unable to provide evidence to demonstrate this.
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
List and brief description of selection criteria
Question 4C.1.2
Tenderers are required to provide 2 examples in the last 3 years to demonstrate that they have relevant experience to deliver the services as described for the applicable lot. Please refer to the note attachment and template provided for this question on PCS-T.
Question 4C.6 - Tenderers are required to provide confirmation that educational and professional qualifications are held by the service provider or the contractor itself as stated in Section 2 of the ITT, Clause 2 – Agreement Lotting Structure. Please refer to the note attachment for this question on PCS-T.
Tenderers staff who are delivering the service must meet the minimum requirements in terms of educational and professional qualifications for the lots and sub-categories applied for. Minimum requirements applicable to this specific question on the SPD are highlighted against each lot and sub-category in the document in PCS-T.
You must provide confirmation that you are able to meet this requirement for the lots and sub-categories applied for. Evidence must be provided when requested by the Authority.
Where you are applying for a sub-category that requires educational and/or professional qualification(s), it is mandatory that you respond to this question.
Question 4C.10
Please provide details of the proportion (i.e., percentage) of the contract that you intend to sub-contract.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
Q4C1.2
Pass = The Tenderer provided 2 examples of relevant experience in the last three years applicable to the lot.
Fail = The Tenderer has not provided 2 examples of relevant experience in the last three years or the Tenderer has responded to the request but the examples provided are not relevant.
Question 4C.6
Pass = The Tenderer has provided confirmation that it will provide evidence of educational and professional qualifications required when requested by the Authority and applicable to that lot.
Fail = The Tenderer has not provided confirmation that it will provide evidence of educational and professional qualifications required and applicable to that lot.
Q4C.10
Tenderers are required to confirm whether they intend to sub-contract or not and, if so, for what proportion of the contract.
This information must be provided on PCS-T in response to this question.
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.2) Contract performance conditions
As set out in the Invitation to Tender
three.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 35
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
24 October 2025
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: 4 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
24 October 2025
Local time
12:30pm
Place
Electronically through PCS-T
Information about authorised persons and opening procedure
Electronically through PCS-T
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Potentially will be retendered at end of initial term at 4 January 2028 or after 1 or 2 of the 12 month extension periods. Any notice will be published approximately 4 months in advance.
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.3) Additional information
Appendix A - Form of Tender
Tenderers must complete Appendix A - Form of Tender. It is for information only and will not be scored but it is a mandatory requirement of this tender
Appendix B - Freedom of Information
If applicable, Tenderers must complete Appendix B - Freedom of Information. This information must only be submitted if applicable. It is for information only and will not be scored.
Appendix D - Sustain Supply Chain Code of Conduct
Tenderers must complete Appendix D - the Sustain Supply Chain Code of Conduct. It is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender.
Appendix F - GDPR Vendor Data Processor Assurance Assessment Form
Tenderers must complete the Appendix F - GDPR Vendor Data Processor Assurance Assessment Form. It is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender and will be included in the contractual terms.
Appendix G - Declaration of Non-Involvement in Serious Organised Crime
Tenderers must complete Appendix G - Declaration of Non-Involvement in Serious Organised Crime. It is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender and will be included in the contractual terms
Appendix H - Declaration of Non-Involvement in Human Trafficking & Labour Exploitation
Tenderers must complete the Appendix H - Declaration of Non-Involvement in Human Trafficking & labour Exploitation. It is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender and will be included in the contractual terms.
Prompt Payment in the Supply Chain
Tenderers must confirm in the Technical Questionnaire in PCS-Tender, that payment of sub-contractors engaged in this Framework Agreement at all stages (includes public body to Contractor, Contractor to Sub-Contractor and Sub-Contractor to Sub-Contractor) of the supply chain will be made within a maximum of 30 day payment terms and that this will be managed as part of this Framework Agreement.
The Prompt Payment question is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender. It is for information only and will not be scored but is a requirement of this tender.
The value of the framework agreement stated in this notice is indicative, over the potential 4 year period and may vary up or down.
A Prior Information Notice for this Framework Agreement was published previously - Reference JUN532929.
APUC Ltd is administering this tender on behalf of Dumfries and Galloway College.
The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 30061. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
(SC Ref:809217)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Dumfries Sheriff Court
Buccleuch Street
Dumfries
DG1 2AN
Telephone
+44 1387262334
Country
United Kingdom