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Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Buckinghamshire Council
Walton Street Offices
Aylesbury
HP20 1UA
UK
Contact person: Mrs Ann Spence
E-mail: ann.spence@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
NUTS: UKJ13
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk/
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk/
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk/
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
Skills Bootcamp Wave 5: Creative (Film and TV)
Reference number: DN712728
II.1.2) Main CPV code
80000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
There are 8 Lots by Subject Area and Potential Providers can tender for any number of Lots. The Lots are:
Lot A: Skills Bootcamp in Production
Lot B: Management of Production Managers
Lot C: 2nd Assistant Director
Lot D: VFX Production Co-ordinator
Lot E: VFX Production Manager
Lot F: Location Manager
Lot G: Technical Assistants for Outside Broadcasts
Lot H: Riggers for Studio and Outside Broadcasts
This is an open tender. If your organisation wishes to participate in this process, you need to register with the Buckinghamshire Business Portal. You will be unable to take part if you do not register. Please use the link below and follow the instructions on the website: https://www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk/buckscc/portal.nsf/content/DEVA-A4NC3Z
Tenders must be returned via the Buckinghamshire Business Portal. The tender return date is midday on 5th April 2024. Tenders received after this time and date will not be accepted.
Tenderers should be aware that by submitting a bid, the tenderer agrees to the Terms and Conditions, Specification and all other content of the contract.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: 8
II.2) Description
Lot No: A
II.2.1) Title
Skills Bootcamp in Production
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
66 250.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: B
II.2.1) Title
Management for Production Managers
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
177 600.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: C
II.2.1) Title
2nd Assistant Director
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
192 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: D
II.2.1) Title
VFX Production Coordinator
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
112 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: E
II.2.1) Title
VFX Production Manager
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
112 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: F
II.2.1) Title
Location Manager
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
112 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: G
II.2.1) Title
Technical Assistants for Outside Broadcasts
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
80 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 No: H
II.2.1) Title
Riggers for Studio and Outside Broadcasts
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80300000
80400000
80500000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ13
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Buckinghamshire Council is seeking to procure the provision of Skills Bootcamps in the Creative (Film and TV) sector for the Buckinghamshire Skills Bootcamp Wave 5 programme.
Skills Bootcamps are intensive flexible training courses up to 16 weeks, with a guaranteed job interview (in the case of a new job), which equip adults with technical skills that enable them to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities and an increased level of income over time (including for the self-employed). This procurement seeks Skills Bootcamps delivery from May 2024 to 31st October 2025, funded via the Department for Education's (DfE) Skills for Life programme.
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
80 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
End:
31/10/2025
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 III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.4) Objective rules and criteria for participation
All criteria are stated in the procurement documents accessed via www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
All criteria are stated in the procurement documents accessed via www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.11) Main features of the award procedure:
All criteria are stated in the procurement documents accessed via www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
05/04/2024
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
The Council is conducting the procurement under the "Light Touch Regime" as set out in regulations 74-77 in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015).
This is an open tender. If your organisation wishes to participate in this process, you need to register with the Buckinghamshire Business Portal. You will be unable to take part if you do not register. Please use the link below and follow the instructions on the website: https://www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk/buckscc/portal.nsf/content/DEVA-A4NC3Z
Tenders must be returned via the Buckinghamshire Business Portal. The tender return date is midday on 5th April 2024. Tenders received after this time and date will not be accepted.
Tenderers should be aware that by submitting a bid, the tenderer agrees to the Terms and Conditions, Specification and all other content of the contract.
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
The High Court
The Royal Courts of Justice
London
WC2A 2LL
UK
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
The Council will incorporate a standstill period at the point when information on the award of the contract is communicated to tenderers. The standstill period will be for a minimum of 10 calendar days and provides time for unsuccessful tenderers to challenge the award decision before the contract is entered into. The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 provide for the aggrieved parties who have been harmed or are at risk of harm by a breach of the rules to take action in the High Court (England, Wales and Northern Ireland)
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
06/03/2024