Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
AWE PLC
AWE
READING
RG74PR
UK
E-mail: AWEProcurement@awe.co.uk
NUTS: UKJ11
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.awe.co.uk/
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Ministry or any other national or federal authority, including their regional or local subdivisions
I.5) Main activity
Defence
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Early Careers Recruitment Schools Partner
II.1.2) Main CPV code
79600000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
AWE is seeking a provider to create and deliver a 2-year (with an option to extend for an additional 1 year) inclusive engagement programme for schools and colleges to attract applicants to its apprenticeship programmes. This programme will include both in-person and virtual engagements with students, school staff, and parents/carers, complementing AWE's existing STEM engagement efforts. The provider will work closely with AWE's Early Careers recruitment team and the ESG team to ensure the programme's success and to enhance the AWE Nuclear Security Technologies brand.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
500 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
79600000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK
Main site or place of performance:
The location of the Services will be carried out at remotely at the providers place of work.
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
The apprenticeship opportunities span levels 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6-degree apprenticeships, with demand reviewed annually. The provider must demonstrate flexibility and effectiveness in adapting to changes in demand to ensure successful recruitment outcomes.
For the 2024/25 campaign, there are currently 22 roles across these levels, and similar numbers are expected for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 campaigns.
The provider should show evidence of their ability to handle annual changes in demand, both in planning and mid-campaign, and take necessary actions to redirect attraction efforts to ensure success. The provider will also be expected to create, monitor and deliver an award winning 1-1 recruitment mentoring programme for local students.
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
27/06/2025
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
27/11/2024