Skills for Growth Light Touch Open Framework

Devon County Council (DCC) intends to establish an Open Framework for commissioning the delivery of high-quality skills provision services.

The Framework will support the delivery of programmes funded through the Adult Skills Fund (ASF), Free Courses for Jobs (FCFJ), Skills Bootcamps, and other future skills initiatives aligned with local and national workforce needs. The Framework is divided into Lots based on the different programme types. They are:

• Lot 1 - Adult Skills Fund (ASF) and Free Courses for Jobs (FCFJ)

• Lot 2 - Skills Bootcamps

• Lot 3 - Future Skills Projects

The Framework includes a single common set of sectors and geographical areas which applies across all 3 Lots.

The purpose of the Framework is to enable flexible and responsive skills provision that supports adults to develop the skills needed for sustainable employment and career progression, while also meeting employer demand and contributing to economic growth.

DCC may initiate Call-Offs from both Lot 1 - ASF and FCFJ and Lot 2 Skills Bootcamps for Wave 7 Skills Bootcamp following the appointment of Providers to the Framework.

Any contract value published within this notice are estimated total contract values provided strictly for information only and are subject to confirmation of funding. Value may be revised up or down. There is no guarantee of business or award of call-off contract.