Prior information notice

Information

Published

Expire date: 25/11/2024

External Reference: 2024-502766

FTS Reference: 2024-034576

Prior information notice

Prior information notice

Services

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1)

Name and addresses

West Yorkshire Combined Authority
8876556
Wellington House, 40-50 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 2DE
UK
Contact person: Sukhninder Kaur
Telephone: +44 1133481770
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
Internet address(es):
I.3)

Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at:  
https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=87039&B=UK
Additional information can be obtained from
the abovementioned address:  
I.4)

Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority
I.5)

Main activity

General public services

Section II: Object

II.1)

Scope of the procurement

II.1.1)

Title

*PIN ONLY* Skills Bootcamps for West Yorkshire - Wave 6
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Services
II.1.4)

Short description

West Yorkshire Combined Authority will shortly be tendering for a number of training providers as part of the Skills Connect Programme, to deliver a range of Skills Bootcamps for West Yorkshire residents. Skills Connect is West Yorkshire Combined Authority's (WYCA) fully funded, non-accredited adult training programme. It offers flexible courses at an equivalent to Level 3 and above and has been developed to address employer skills shortages within the region, allowing individuals to access higher level employment opportunities or progression within their current employment.
Please see the document attached for further details.
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: no
II.2)

Description

II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80400000  -  Adult and other education services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

West Yorkshire Combined Authority will shortly be tendering for a number of training providers as part of the Skills Connect Programme, to deliver a range of Skills Bootcamps for West Yorkshire residents. Skills Connect is West Yorkshire Combined Authority's (WYCA) fully funded, non-accredited adult training programme. It offers flexible courses at an equivalent to Level 3 and above and has been developed to address employer skills shortages within the region, allowing individuals to access higher level employment opportunities or progression within their current employment.
All courses are delivered at an equivalent to Level 3 and above and content is created in response to employers’ needs. Courses can be delivered online, in-person or a blend of both to best meet the needs of participants and training requirements. In addition, training is delivered flexibly to ensure that participants with employment, family or other commitments can access the opportunity to upskill.
As part of the Skills Connect offer, we are looking to deliver a series of Skills Bootcamps that meet the specific skills needs of employers within the region. The Skills Bootcamps should support in removing barriers and improving equality of access so that participants progress towards higher levels of learning and increase participation from under-represented groups in the take-up of education. This will be achieved through ensuring the training is fully accessible to all individuals, regardless of personal circumstances or needs.
Please see the document attached for further details.
We would also like to invite potential providers to attend a supplier information event on Tuesday 5th November from 11.00am – 12noon. This event will be held online and will include information regarding our intended scope of courses and contracting and delivery plans. To register your place and receive the meeting link, please email Rahimah.Sidat@westyorks-ca.gov.uk.
II.3)

Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

25/11/2024

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement : yes
IV.2)

Administrative information

Section VI: Complementary information