Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bed-4ef4-7069-b343-73c8b9238c05/invitation-to-quote-for-the-provision-of-an-apprenticeships-framework closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Invitation to Quote for the Provision of an Apprenticeships Framework [NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit](https://tendernation.io/buyers/nhs-arden-and-greater-east-midlands-commissioning-support-unit) Estimated value Not stated Published 15 Aug 2016 Deadline Closed 26 Aug 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Arden and GEM CSU are looking to implement an apprenticeship programme within Arden & GEM CSU across all of our sites. We will initially have a focused approach in Business Administration with the view to widening this and to reskill and upskill staff across the business at various locations over the course of 12-18 months. We will also look be looking at offering level 4-7 apprenticeship programmes. This will be in line with NHSE requirements that we employ apprentices and also is developing capacity prior to the introduction of the national Apprentice Levy in 2017. We are looking to increase the apprenticeship presence in the organisation accessing the training funds available via the introduction of the apprenticeship levy to ensure that robust, consistent and appropriate training processes are in place to support the development of apprenticeships across the organisation. Please note that Arden and GEM CSU are looking to award to a single provider for the provision of this service requirement. Additional information: Please note we will be using the Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit Bravo Procurement Portal for the submission of offers and for the receipt and response to any clarification questions. To submit your offer please follow the instructions below: - Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: [ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk](https://ardengemcsu.bravosolution.co.uk) and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click ‘continue’ - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click ‘Save’ when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) - Express an Interest in the tender – The ITT is available to view by clicking the NHS Arden and GEM CSU Apprenticeships ITT link within the Bravo website. - Responding to the tender - Click ‘My Response’ under ‘PQQ/ ITT Details’, you can choose to ‘Create Response’ or to ‘Decline to Respond’ (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the ‘Messages’ function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the ‘Submit Response’ button at the top of the page. Read full description ## CPV classification Education and training services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/0893cac9-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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