Preliminary Market Consultation – Digital Mathematics Learning Resources and Flexible Course Provision

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Short description City of Glasgow College is undertaking preliminary market engagement to understand available digital mathematics learning resources and associated solutions that could support flexible, accessible cross-college provision. This includes resources suitable for existing learners, prospective learners and potentially fee-paying external learners. The College is seeking information on content coverage, delivery models, technical integration, licensing, implementation and indicative costs. This consultation is exploratory and is not a call for competition or a commitment to procure. Background and business need The College is exploring a coordinated, flexible approach to mathematics provision, with classroom, blended, online and independent learning pathways. The objectives include improved access, learner engagement, retention, achievement and progression; meeting demand across faculties; and investigating viable external income-generating courses. National 5 Mathematics is not currently offered by the College and is relevant to entry and progression for several curriculum areas. A funding application has been submitted but is not yet approved; the scope and timescale remain subject to internal approvals. Indicative scope of market consultation The College wishes to explore existing, adaptable or supplier-developed resources aligned, where applicable, to Scottish mathematics learning and qualifications, particularly SCQF Levels 3 and 4, National 5 Mathematics and Higher Mathematics. Solutions may comprise topic-based video explanations, worked examples, exercises and answer materials, revision resources, diagnostic activities, formative and summative assessments, and related learning support. Suppliers may respond for all or part of the scope and propose alternative approaches. No particular format, quantity or proprietary product is prescribed. Functional and technical considerations The College is interested in solutions suitable for integration with or access through its Canvas virtual learning environment, including accessible delivery on commonly used devices. Responses should describe hosting, content formats, interoperability, learner access, security and data protection considerations, accessibility, updates, support, and any development or configuration required. Suppliers should distinguish available functionality from proposed future development. Licensing and commercial rights A key consideration is the ability to use resources for teaching and support of College learners and, potentially, to deliver fee-paying courses or learning packages to external individuals, employers or partner organisations. Suppliers should explain rights for embedding, copying or hosting content, adaptation, branding, distribution to enrolled learners, paid external use, partner delivery and sublicensing where relevant. They should identify restrictions, additional permissions, revenue-share arrangements, licence duration, renewal, usage caps, exit arrangements and charges. The College is exploring the market; no commercial model has yet been approved. Nature of engagement Interested suppliers are invited to complete the attached market engagement questionnaire and may provide a short product brochure, illustrative content samples, demonstration links or case studies. The College may seek clarifications or invite selected or all respondents to non-evaluative market discussions or demonstrations. Participation does not confer any advantage in a subsequent procurement, and non-participation will not automatically preclude future participation. How to respond Return the completed questionnaire through the response mechanism stated in the published PCS notice. Do not include confidential personal data about learners. Clearly identify commercially sensitive information. Deadline: Friday, 13th November 2026.