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SCL retains full responsibility as the lead provider, including:
Funding compliance Quality of delivery
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Learner data (as Data Controller)
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The Responsible Executive must confirm compliance with this policy prior to contract execution.
P rocurement
To ensure open, fair and
transparent procurement that selects only
subcontractors able to meet DFE standards and SCL’s strategic aims.
Protocols for SCL Staff:
Procurement processes must ensure selection of subcontractors capable of meeting DfE requirements and public funding standards.
The Responsible Executive,
along with support teams,
where applicable,
must:
• Review any tender outcomes and due diligence
, as appropriate
• Confirm subcontracting is justified and proportionate • Ensure conflicts of interest are identified and managed • Follow Public Contracts Regulations 2015, advertising opportunities and avoiding conflicts of interest. • All tendering subcontractors must submit initial due diligence . • Re -contracting existing subcontractors requires a refreshed
due diligence
by 31 st July in any year
submission and funding profile
Protocols for Subcontractors:
• Submit completed due diligence by the deadline stated • Maintain compliance with DfE rules (as updated) • Notify SCL of material changes affecting delivery or financial viability • Notify SCL immediately of potential conflicts of interest. • For existing contracts, submit updated due diligence no later than
31 st July
in any year
Due Diligence Requirements:
Subcontractors must provide:
• UKPRN and Companies House registration (although only
the Companies
House number for partial subs if UKPRN is not applicable). • Latest audited accounts
information, or full financial statements.
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