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Pseudo-DPS for Subcontracting of ESFA Funded Training Provision

Tender Overview

ORGANIZATION

GATESHEAD COUNCIL

LOCATION

North East England, United Kingdom

VALUE

Not disclosed

DEADLINE

July 02, 2026 at 11:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

80000000

REFERENCE

012970-2023

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Original Tender Description

The Council wishes to establish a pseudo-Dynamic Purchasing System (pseudo-DPS) with a number of approved training providers who will then be able to participate in further competitions for the Council's allocated ESFA funding. The ESFA funding stream being utilised under this s pseudo-Dynamic Purchasing System will provide 19+ Adult Education Suppliers who are successful in being appointed to the pseudo-DPS will be invited to respond to Further Competitions when they are issued by the Council. It is important to note that the Council envisage carrying out Further Competitions no more than twice per annum under this pseudo-DPS.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Be an approved training provider.
  • Be capable of providing 19+ Adult Education.
  • Be able to utilise ESFA funding streams.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Possess the capability to deliver ESFA-funded training provision.
  • Be able to participate in further competitions for ESFA funding.
  • Have the capacity to deliver 19+ Adult Education programs.
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Submit the application by the deadline: 2026-07-02 11:00:00.
  • Respond to further competitions when invited, if appointed to the pseudo-DPS.
  • Apply for appointment to the pseudo-DPS.

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Gateshead Council is establishing a pseudo-Dynamic Purchasing System for approved training providers to bid for ESFA 19+ Adult Education funding through further competitions held up to twice annually.

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66
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender for a "pseudo-DPS" for ESFA-funded training provision is critically incomplete due to the complete absence of tender documents and detailed requirements, raising significant concerns about transparency, fairness, and legal compliance.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance100/100

The use of a "pseudo-DPS" under a "restricted procedure" is highly unusual and potentially non-compliant with standard public procurement regulations for Dynamic Purchasing Systems, which are typically open procedures. The lack of any tender documents makes it impossible to assess compliance with fundamental principles of transparency and equal treatment.

Use of 'pseudo-DPS' with 'restricted procedure' without clear justification
Absence of any tender documents
Clarity40/100

The tender is extremely unclear due to the complete absence of detailed documentation. While high-level requirement categories are listed, the specific criteria, definitions (e.g., "approved training provider"), and evaluation methodologies are entirely missing, making it impossible for potential bidders to understand what is required.

Lack of detailed requirements for eligibility, technical capability, and financial standing
Undefined term 'approved training provider'
Completeness75/100

This tender is fundamentally incomplete. The complete absence of any tender documents means that critical information such as detailed specifications, terms and conditions, application forms, evaluation criteria, and financial requirements are entirely missing, rendering the tender unbiddable.

No tender documents provided
Missing detailed specifications and scope of services
Fairness60/100

The lack of transparency due to missing documents, undisclosed value, and vague requirements (especially "approved training provider" without definition) creates a significant risk of unfair competition. The "restricted procedure" for a "pseudo-DPS" could limit access to a pre-selected group, potentially tailoring the opportunity.

Risk of limited competition due to vague 'approved training provider' requirement without definition
Absence of transparent evaluation criteria
Practicality40/100

From a bidder's perspective, this tender is impractical as there are no documents to review or complete. It is impossible for potential suppliers to prepare a meaningful application without any detailed information.

Impossibility for bidders to prepare an application without tender documents
Lack of clarity on application process and required submissions
Data Consistency100/100

While the limited data provided is internally consistent, the fundamental inconsistency lies in presenting a tender without any accompanying documents, which is a critical omission. The "Restricted" procedure for a "pseudo-DPS" also presents a conceptual inconsistency with standard DPS practices.

Conceptual inconsistency between 'pseudo-DPS' and 'restricted procedure'
Absence of detailed data to assess consistency against
Sustainability0/100

No information regarding environmental, social, or ethical considerations is provided. This represents a missed opportunity to integrate sustainability into the procurement process.

Absence of green procurement criteria
Absence of social criteria

Strengths

Clear title and reference number
Organization and description provided
CPV code specified
Identification of key requirement categories (though details are missing)

Concerns

Complete absence of tender documents
Use of 'pseudo-DPS' with 'restricted procedure' without clear justification
Undisclosed estimated value
Missing detailed evaluation criteria
Vague and undefined eligibility requirements (e.g., 'approved training provider')

Recommendations

1. Immediately publish all comprehensive tender documents, including detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions.
2. Provide a clear justification for the 'pseudo-DPS' and 'restricted procedure' approach, explaining how it aligns with procurement regulations.
3. Disclose the estimated contract value to ensure transparency and aid bidder decision-making.

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