II.1)
Scope of the procurement
Digital Skills Courses - Skills Connect
Reference number:
78576
80000000
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Education and training services
Services
II.1.4)
Short description
The Combined Authority is seeking to contract with up to 6 providers to deliver Skills Connect courses to upskill individuals. The aim of Skills Connect is to support individuals into new roles or take on additional responsibilities and providers will be paid based on start, completion and progression of participants. Learning needs to be delivered at a level and length where individuals can progress based on the course content. The provider will need to evidence the rationale of content and length based on expected progression.
II.1.6)
Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
yes
II.1.7)
Total value of the procurement
Value excluding VAT:
942643.06
GBP
Lot 1 - Essential Digital Skills
Lot No:
1
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
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Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE42 -
Leeds
NUTS code:
UKE -
YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
The number of people in digital roles is growing and the evidence shows that employers often cannot hire employees with the required skillset. Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel are seen as some of the most in-demand skills at the present time for employers.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
Lot 2 - Digital: Creative Technologies
Lot No:
2
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
-
Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE4 -
West Yorkshire
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
Businesses and individuals across West Yorkshire are exploring new skills needs within the region. Digital Marketing, User Experience, social media for Businesses and Content Creation are skills that are integral to development and growth of businesses in the region. This suite of courses will support individuals into new roles and progressions in West Yorkshire. In turn, this will ensure economic growth from sole-traders, SME’s and large organisations in the region.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
Lot 3 – Digital: IT Roles
Lot No:
3
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
-
Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE4 -
West Yorkshire
NUTS code:
UK -
UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
This suite of courses is designed to mitigate skills gaps in mid-high-level roles. There is a clear line of sight to apprenticeships in IT Support, Cloud Computing and Cyber Security roles all of which West Yorkshire businesses need.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
Lot 4 – Digital: Technical Skills
Lot No:
4
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
-
Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE4 -
West Yorkshire
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
This suite of courses will be designed as an introduction to Data Analytics and Web Design & Web Development.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
Lot 5 – Digital: Management Roles
Lot No:
5
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
-
Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE4 -
West Yorkshire
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
Management courses in the Digital offer will be designed to introduce individuals to leadership in the digital sector. These courses will be available to candidates who would like to explore management roles within digital teams.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no
Lot 6 – Ethical use of Artificial Intelligence
Lot No:
6
II.2.2)
Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
-
Education and training services
II.2.3)
Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE4 -
West Yorkshire
II.2.4)
Description of the procurement
Artificial Intelligence is an up-and-coming skill set that is rising across West Yorkshire. Individuals and businesses are using Artificial Intelligence more often. This course will be designed to teach individuals how to use Artificial Intelligence ethically and to explore AI tools available.
II.2.11)
Information about options
Options:
no
II.2.13)
Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
no