Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved for the procurement of the Adult Skilled Open Framework agreement for a period of four years.
summary: The decision at stake is the procurement of an Adult Skilled Open Framework agreement to deliver adult skills courses to Hackney residents.
topline: The Hackney Procurement Board has decided to approve the procurement of an Adult Skilled Open Framework agreement for adult skills courses.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the allocation of resources for adult skills training and may impact various stakeholders in the community.
affected_stakeholders: ["Hackney residents", "Adult Learning service providers", "Local businesses", "Employers"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://hackney.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=8409
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED: Hackney Procurement Board: Agree the procurement of an Adult Skilled Open Framework agreement for a period of four (4) years (with the option of two (2) separate twelve (12) month extensions thereafter, up to a maximum contract length of six (6) years) to deliver adult skills courses to Hackney residents. RELATED DECISIONS The Adult Learning service was inspected by Ofsted in 2024 and offered good value for money (externally delivered training programmes were part of this inspection). https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/42/59204 GLA have recently published their London Growth Plan and Inclusive talent strategy which provides an overview how London will provide a talent workforce required for the future. Adult skills is a key part of the strategy with the emphasis on an employer led approach to addressing skills gaps. https://www.london.gov.uk/programmes-strategies/business-and-economy/mayors-priorities-londons-economy-and-business/london-growth-plan
Date of Decision: July 8, 2025