NTCA Wave 3 Skills Bootcamps

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The North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) is a partnership of three local authorities: Newcastle, North Tyneside, and Northumberland and has a directly-elected Metro Mayor. Our vision is of a dynamic and more inclusive economy, one that brings together people and opportunities to create vibrant communities and a high quality of life, narrowing inequalities and ensuring that all residents have a stake in our region's future. To support the NTCA’s vision, our region requires a skills infrastructure that is fully aware of, and responsive to, the sectors that have labour and skills shortages. It also needs to take into consideration planned economic growth, both now and in the future. (Note: Whilst the Buyer in the Contact Details is listed as “North Tyneside Council”, this entry is system generated. For the avoidance of doubt, the Buyer in this case is the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA). North Tyneside Council are conducting this procurement on NTCA’s behalf.) https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=74b9fb1c-7a6a-ed11-811b-9f38301b3091&p=1c9e782c-541e-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21 Lot 1: NTCA Digital Core Across the NTCA area there is evidence of a strong, and inter-connected Digital and Tech sector that is leading the way in developing and applying new technologies and data analytics capability. NTCA is seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals which provide skills/training in areas which there is demand and will support growth and innovation in our regions Digital and Tech sector as well as to address the shortage of digitally skilled workers in our area. Skills Bootcamps across the Lot 1 Digital Core Category could include but are not limited to: Computer Aided Design – 3D, Electrical, Diagnostics Cyber – Security, Intrusion Analysis, Technology Readiness, Engineering Data – Analytics, Engineering, Database, Design DevOps Digital Marketing – social media, Design, Analytics Games Network – Engineering, Technology, Infrastructure Software Development – Programming, Agile Computing, Coding Software Engineering Support – Specialist IT Solutions Web – Full Stack Development, Engineering, Production Minimum value for this lot is £125,000 and maximum £350,000 Lot 2: NTCA Technical Bespoke Skills Bootcamps not falling within the Lot 2Technical Core subject sector areas but are responsive to employer skills demands in the NTCA region and support key growth sectors including the Offshore Wind Sector. We wish to encourage innovation and diversity in proposals, and we do recognise that Skills Bootcamps may not always accord exactly with these divisions. Minimum value for this lot is £80,000 and maximum £100,000 Lot 3: NTCA Construction In the NTCA region there are a number of high-profile construction projects due to commence which will require skilled workers Skills Bootcamps in this Lot must be designed to address skills shortages experienced by employers in the construction sector and may include but are not limited to: Construction Management - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals that provide Level 3+ skills in construction management, site supervision and project co-ordination. The programmes must be developed to support skills demand from existing employers as well as other inward investment coming into the NTCA region. Construction Trades - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamp proposals that provide Level 2+ trade skills including Bricklaying, Plumbing, Gas, Dry Lining, Joinery. These bootcamps must support construction projects across the NTCA region. Other Construction - NTCA are seeking Skills Bootcamps which provide practical and theoretical training including achievement of nationally accredited licenses in order to operate a variety of heavy plant equipment utilised in the construction sector. Skills Bootcamps in this sector will support new entrants to the construction sector, as well as packages to upskill experienced construction workers. Minimum value for this lot is £75,000 and maximum £150,000