ID 6002309 - DAERA - CAFRE - Development of SelfDirected Learning Packages for Farmers
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
—
Suppliers
1
Lots
1
Published
20 Mar 2026
Description
CAFRE requires a Supplier to design, develop and deliver self-directed learning packages tailored for farmers across Northern Ireland as part of DAERA's Farming for Sustainability Scheme (Knowledge 2025-2030). The learning packages will be prioritised by DAERA as part of the Sustainable Agriculture Programme or wider policy programme, with CAFRE responsible for overall planning for each package. Each package will have its own specific Learning Outcomes, underpinning knowledge, assessment process (if required) and delivery schedule. The Supplier will produce modular SCORM-compliant learning packages to be hosted on CAFRE's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The overall aim is to support enhanced agricultural knowledge transfer development through innovative, user-friendly, accessible, engaging, and flexible e-learning packages that promote lifelong learning and sustainable practices. The contract will be for an initial period of three years, with one option to extend by up to 2 years. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the deliverables of this contract.
Scope
- Reference
- ID 6002309
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 09 Feb 2026 to 08 Feb 2029Possible extension to 08 Feb 2031
One optional extension of up to two years.
- CPV classifications
- 804200008000000080500000805100008051100080521000805310008053120080540000489310007200000072212190722129317221231672212517
- Contract locations
- Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC1 - Project Delivery Methodology | Project Delivery Methodology - 28.7 percent | quality | — |
| AC2 - Capacity for the Concurrent Development of Self-Directed Learning Packages | Capacity for the Concurrent Development of Self-Directed Learning Packages - 15.4 percent | quality | — |
| AC3 - Contract Management | Contract Management - 15.4 percent | quality | — |
| AC4 - Social Value | Social Value - 10.5 percent | quality | — |
| AC5 - Total Cost | Total Cost - 30 percent | cost | — |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
As per tender documentation
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Open procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
—
Award date
—
Contract start
—
Contract end
—
Awarded suppliers· 1 supplier
Awarded —
Other contracts from Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
Full notice and award history for this contracting authority is on the buyer profile.
Other contracts awarded to SkillSet Ltd.· 10
Cross-buyer view of this supplier's public-sector wins.
| Title | Type | Value | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Management System -Support Staff Only | contract | — | 07 Mar 2026 |
| ID 6002309 - DAERA - CAFRE - Development of SelfDirected Learning Packages for Farmers | contract | — | 04 Mar 2026 |
| Invitation to tender for Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) | call off | £40k | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Learning Management System | contract | £104k | 08 Aug 2024 |
| DEM Project | contract | £32k | 19 Jul 2021 |
| Learning Management System | contract | £480k | 20 Apr 2020 |
| CA6817 - Tender for the Development of a Platform | contract | £46k | 12 Dec 2019 |
| Web Hosting and Management of the Business Northumberland Website | call off | £33k | 11 Jul 2019 |
| Employment and Skills Dynamic Purchasing System | contract | £196k | 25 May 2018 |
| Learning Management System | call off | £17k | 06 Feb 2018 |