Prior information notice

Information

Published

Expire date: 15/07/2025

External Reference: 2025-532590

FTS Reference: 2025-036814

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: Zainab Omar
Telephone: +44 0113123456
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=95571&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* Level 3 Skills Booster
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 training provider to deliver Level 3 Skills Booster programmes for West Yorkshire residents. The training should develop knowledge and skills for sector entry, underpinned by employer needs.
*This opportunity will only be available to suppliers who have been appointed to the WYCA 79437 Adult Skills DPS*
If you are interested in this opportunity, you must successfully complete and be onboarded onto the Adult Skills DPS first before the tender goes live, you will then have access to full details of the requirements, tender documents and have the opportunity to submit a bid.
II.1.6)

Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: yes
II.2)

Description

II.2.1)

Title

*PIN ONLY* Level 3 Skills Booster
Lot No:  1
II.2.2)

Additional CPV code(s)

80500000  -  Training services
80511000  -  Staff training services
80521000  -  Training programme services
80531000  -  Industrial and technical training services
II.2.3)

Place of performance

NUTS code:  UK -  UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4)

Description of the procurement

We are seeking to procure a high-quality, Level 3 accredited and employer-endorsed training provision that aligns with the needs of employers and the wider economy. The provision should deliver targeted interventions to address short- to medium-term skills shortages, supporting vacancy fulfilment and driving productivity. It must actively reduce barriers to access and promote equality, enabling participants* to progress into higher-skilled, well-paid employment, while increasing engagement from under-represented groups in education and training. Training will be available across the West Yorkshire region, unless there is a call to support a specific region or cohort.
We are seeking to commission a suite of Level 3 courses across 2 Lots. Blending the acquisition of specialist skills, accredited qualifications, holistic wrap-around support and careers information, advice and guidance. The training will support learners to progress with improved labour market status, following course completion.
Please see PIN document attached for more information.
To find out more about this opportunity, please see below link to sign up to the provider information event:
Level 3 Skills Booster Provider Event 10th July 1-2pm: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/level-3-opportunity-level-3-skills-booster-tickets-1419420588189?aff=oddtdtcreator
II.3)

Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

21/07/2025

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