Contract award notice

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External Reference: 2025-583959

FTS Reference: 2025-008278

Contract award notice

Contract award notice

Results of the procurement procedure

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.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

Wave 5 Skills Bootcamps - Midyear Provision
II.1.2)

Main CPV code

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.1.3)

Type of contract

Services
II.1.4)

Short description

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.
Courses offer innovative delivery methods, blending the acquisition of specialist skills with more holistic wrap-around support and careers information, advice and guidance (CIAG) which meets the needs of individuals and businesses.
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: yes
II.1.7)

Total value of the procurement

Value excluding VAT:  1164229.00  GBP
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Lot 1 Skills Bootcamp in Early Years
Lot No:  1
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Lot 1 – West Yorkshire wide
Course: Skills Bootcamp in Early Years
Specifics
• Minimum 60 GLH
• Level 3 and above
• x50 learners (x25 learners for Leeds Local Authority)
WYCA are keen to find a provider to deliver a Skills Bootcamp in Early Years. Providers should state the objectives and content of the course, with an employer-based rationale, where an opportunity for a Pathway to Accelerated Apprenticeship may be available, along with the opportunity for individuals to enter or re-enter the sector.
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Criteria below
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1. Understanding the Requirements  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2A. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2B. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q3. Resources & Mobilisation  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q4. Performance & Contract Management  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q5. Quality Assurance  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q6. Social Value  /  Weighting:  100
Price  -  Weighting:  100
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
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Lot 2 High Performance Full Stack Software Development
Lot No:  2
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Lot 2 – Wakefield Local Authority area
Course: – Skills Bootcamp in High Performance Full Stack Software Development
Specifics
• Minimum 100 GLHs
• Level 4/5 and above
• x30 learners
Providers will be required to design a bespoke Skills Bootcamp programme developed to enhance and add value to current digital skills. This programme will support employers through offering Software Development, common technical skills, specialist coding and the design and creation of websites utilising industry-standard technologies.
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Criteria below
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1. Understanding the Requirements  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2A. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2B. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q3. Resources & Mobilisation  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q4. Performance & Contract Management  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q5. Quality Assurance  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q6. Social Value  /  Weighting:  100
Price  -  Weighting:  100
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
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Lot 3 Carbon Capture and Storage
Lot No:  3
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Lot 3 – Wakefield Local Authority area
Course: Skills Bootcamp in Carbon Capture and Storage
Specifics
• Minimum 60 GLH
• Level 3/4
• x15 learners
Rationale
A Skills Bootcamp which is aimed at developing skills in green technology is required within the Wakefield District. This is aimed at supporting participants to gain the necessary knowledge to understand the green skills agenda in engineering and automation including the introduction of new technologies such as decarbonisation.
Providers will be required to design and deliver a sound introduction to the industry with the primary aim of the programme being to focus on the delivery of new and emerging core skills and knowledge linked to Carbon Capture and Storage.
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Criteria below
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1. Understanding the Requirement  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2A. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2B. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q3. Resources & Mobilisation  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q4. Performance & Contract Management  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q5. Quality Assurance  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q6. Social Value  /  Weighting:  100
Price  -  Weighting:  100
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
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Lot 4 FE Trades Tutor
Lot No:  4
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Lot 4 – West Yorkshire wide
Course: Skills Bootcamp in FE Trades Tutor
Specifics
• Minimum 60 GLH
• Level 3 and above
• x24 learners
We are looking for a provider to deliver a Skills Bootcamp in FE Trades Tutor, with the aim to equip vocationally competent and experienced tradespeople with the knowledge and skills in teaching their specialist trade to learners. Suggested content includes but is not limited to an introduction to the FE sector, pedagogy, tailoring learning, lesson preparation and delivery, the role of Ofsted, safeguarding, Prevent, and embedding English and Maths. Providers should demonstrate an understanding of the target demographic, requirements of teaching in an FE setting, and how a competent tradesperson could be best equipped to teach within the Skills Bootcamp programme model, with a strong rationale for the selection of any specific trades.
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Criteria below
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1. Understanding the Requirements  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2A. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2B. Methodology  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q3. Resources & Mobilisation  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q4. Performance & Contract Management  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q5. Quality Assurance  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q6. Social Value  /  Weighting:  100
Price  -  Weighting:  100
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
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

Lot 5 Green Skills
Lot No:  5
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80000000  -  Education and training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

Lot 5 – West Yorkshire wide
Green Skills
Specifics
• Minimum 60 GLHs per course
• Level 3 and above (Level 2 and above for construction)
• 125 learners in total for the Lot (can be broken down into smaller numbers per Skills Bootcamp)
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority would like to procure a suite of Skills Bootcamps in a number of green skill areas. Providers should propose courses that will respond to local need, emerging priorities and sector skills shortages, and take account of the spread of provision required in each Local Authority area. Providers should also stipulate the number of learners to be trained for each Skills Bootcamp, with a clear rationale for this based on local employer demand.
Examples of provision could include the below skill areas or a combination of these. Options include but are not limited to:
• 18th Edition
• EV charging installation and maintenance
• Solar PV installation and maintenance
• Heat Pump installation and maintenance
• Skills for retrofit
II.2.5)

Award criteria

Criteria below
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1A. Methodology - Readiness to Deliver  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q1B. Methodology - Proposed Approach/Course Content and Timescales  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q2. Meeting Employer Needs, Strategic Partnerships and Labour Market Links  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q3. Meeting Learner Needs  /  Weighting:  150
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q4. Funding Compliance & Performance Management  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q5. Quality Assurance  /  Weighting:  100
Quality criterion  -  Name:  Q6. Social Value  /  Weighting:  100
Price  -  Weighting:  100
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

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1)

Description

IV.1.1)

Type of procedure

Restricted procedure
IV.1.8)

Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

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

Administrative information

IV.2.1)

Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number in the FTS: 2023/S 000-029455

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 1

Title: Lot 1 Skills Bootcamp in Early Years

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

09/12/2024
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  8
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Think Employment Limited
Grimsby
DN31 1NX
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : yes
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  201229.00  GBP

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 2

Title: Lot 2 High Performance Full Stack Software Development

A contract/lot is awarded: no
V.1)

Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded
No tenders or requests to participate were received or all were rejected

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 3

Title: Lot 3 Carbon Capture and Storage

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

05/02/2025
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  1
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Wakefield
WD1 2DH
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : no
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  67500.00  GBP

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 4

Title: Lot 4 FE Trades Tutor

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

05/12/2024
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  2
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Aim 2 Learn Ltd
Leeds
LS1 2NE
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : yes
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  108000.00  GBP

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 5

Title: Lot 5 Green Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

05/12/2024
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  6
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Aim 2 Learn Ltd
Leeds
LS1 2NE
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : yes
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  562500.00  GBP

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 5

Title: Lot 5 Green Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

05/12/2024
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  6
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Talented Training Limited
Leeds
LS1 2DS
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : yes
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  135000.00  GBP

Section V: Award of contract

Contract No: 5

Title: Lot 5 Green Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: yes
V.2)

Award of contract

V.2.1)

Date of conclusion of the contract

05/12/2024
V.2.2)

Information about tenders

Number of tenders received:  6
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators :  no
V.2.3)

Name and address of the contractor

Luminate Education Group
Leeds
LS3 1AA
UK
NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM

The contractor is an SME : no
V.2.4)

Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot:  90000.00  GBP

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.4)

Procedures for review

VI.4.1)

Review body

High Court of England and Wales
London
UK