Purpose

The ALSS Strategy report to commission
teaching and learning services in the areas of STEMMM.

Decision

To agree the procurement strategy
for forming effective collaborative working arrangements with up to
10 providers locally, including Third Sector organisations, with
contracted provision commencing September 2023 at a total cost over
the two year running period of £400,000.
 

Reasons for the decision

To agree the
procurement strategy for subcontracted provision to deliver adult
learning and skills provision as part of the wider focus
byALSS on different business models to
support residents in the quest for employment outcomes and Covid 19
recovery.
 

Alternative options considered

·        
Option 1 - do nothing,
but not an option due to lack of an internal skill set to
provide.

·        
Option 2 – Call
off from a framework. This has been explored and no suitable
framework is available.

·        
Option 3 – Going
to market in an open tender. To get best value and most appropriate
suppliers meeting the specification. (Preferred  option).