Framework agreement, insight and facts about the transport sector.

Konnekt (The National Centre for Transport competence) shall be the driving force for the transport sector to cover the need for relevant and competent labour. Konnekt's main task is to have good insight and facts about the transport sector with the accompanying competence needs and educations. In total, defined as …

CPV: 79400000 Usługi doradcze w zakresie działalności gospodarczej i zarządzania oraz podobne, 79410000 Usługi doradcze w zakresie działalności gospodarczej i zarządzania, 79411100 Usługi doradcze w zakresie rozwoju działalności gospodarczej
Termin:
10 lutego 2025 11:00
Rodzaj terminu:
Złożenie oferty
Miejsce wykonania:
Framework agreement, insight and facts about the transport sector.
Miejsce udzielenia zamówienia:
Statens vegvesen
Numer nagrody:
24/246457

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Statens vegvesen
Legal type of the buyer : Public undertaking
Activity of the contracting authority : General public services

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Framework agreement, insight and facts about the transport sector.
Description : Konnekt (The National Centre for Transport competence) shall be the driving force for the transport sector to cover the need for relevant and competent labour. Konnekt's main task is to have good insight and facts about the transport sector with the accompanying competence needs and educations. In total, defined as the factual basis. The aim of the procurement is to enter into a framework agreement to establish a cooperation with a competent supplier who can contribute to increasing knowledge about the transport sector in terms of education and competence needs in roads, railways and public transport. International experience and best practice may also be relevant. The knowledge basis shall contribute to Konnekt being able to solve his social mission, as well as be useful for the transport sector in general. The knowledge basis shall be used as a basis for reporting and dialogue with the Ministry of Transport. It shall also be used as a basis for implementing different forms of initiatives.
Procedure identifier : b43dcb9d-d7ef-4084-b85c-4eb9f822ca9b
Internal identifier : 24/246457
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no
Justification for the accelerated procedure :
Main features of the procedure :

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 79400000 Business and management consultancy and related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79410000 Business and management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411100 Business development consultancy services

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Norway
Anywhere in the given country

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 8 000 000 Norwegian krone
Maximum value of the framework agreement : 9 000 000 Norwegian krone

2.1.4 General information

Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Analogous situation like bankruptcy under national law : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Bankruptcy : Is the tenderer in a bankruptcy situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Corruption : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a enforceable verdict has been convicted of corruption by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Corruption as defined in Article 3 of the Convention on Combating Corruption, Involving European Communities or European Union Member States (EUT C 195 of 25.6.1997, s. 1), and in Article 2, point 1, in the Council ́s framework decision 2003/568/RIA of 22 July 2003 on combating corruption in the private sector (EUT L 192 of 31.7.2003, p. 54). This rejection reason also includes corruption as defined in national law for the contracting authority or supplier.
Arrangement with creditors : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Participation in a criminal organisation : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted verdict of participation in a criminal organisation by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Participation in a criminal organisation as defined in Article 2 of the Council ́s framework decision 2008/841/RIA of 24 October 2008 on control of organised crime (EUT L 300 of 11.11.2008, p. 42)
Agreements with other economic operators aimed at distorting competition : Has the tenderer entered into agreement(s) with other tenderers with the intention of turning the competition?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of environmental law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of environmental provisions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Money laundering or terrorist financing : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of money laundering or financing terrorism by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Money laundering or financing terrorism As defined in Article 1 of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2005/60/EF of 26 October 2005 on preventive measures against the use of the financial system for money laundering and financing terrorism (EUT L 309 of 25.11.2005, p. 15).
Fraud : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted of fraud has been convicted of fraud by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Fraud included in Article 1 of the Convention on protection of the Financial Interests of the European Communities (EFT C 316 of 27.11.1995, p. 48).
Child labour and other forms of trafficking in human beings : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of child labour and other forms of human trafficking by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Child labour and other forms of human trafficking as defined in Article 2 of the European Parliament and council directive 2011/36/EU of 5. 1 April 2011 on the prevention and control of human trafficking and the protection of its victims and for compensation of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/629/RIA (EUT L 101 of 15.4.2011, p. 1).
Insolvency : Is the tenderer in an insolvency situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Breaching of obligations in the fields of labour law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on working conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Assets being administered by liquidator : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Guilty of misrepresentation, withheld information, unable to provide required documents and obtained confidential information of this procedure : Have the tenderer:a) given grossly incorrect information when notifying the information required to verify that there is no basis for rejection, or of the qualification requirements being met,b) failed to provide such information,c) subject to immediately submitting the supporting documents requested by the Contracting Authority, ord) improperly affecting the Contracting Authority's decision process to acquire confidential information that could give this an unlawful advantage in connection with competition, or negligently has given misleading information that can have a significant influence on decisions on rejection, selection or award?
Conflict of interest due to its participation in the procurement procedure : Are tenderers aware of a conflict of interest as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents?
Direct or indirect involvement in the preparation of this procurement procedure : Has the tenderer or an entity associated with the supplier advised the contracting authority or in another way been involved in the planning of the competition?
Guilty of grave professional misconduct : Has the tenderer committed serious errors in professional practice? If relevant, see the definitions in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents.
Early termination, damages or other comparable sanctions : Has the tenderer committed significant breaches of contract in connection with the fulfilment of a previous public contract, a previous contract with a public contracting authority or a previous concession contract, where the breach has led to the cancellation of the contract, compensation or other similar sanctions?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of social law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on social conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Payment of social security contributions : Have tenderers failed to fulfil all their social security obligations in the country where they are established and in their member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Business activities are suspended : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Payment of taxes : Has the tenderer not fulfilled his tax and duty obligations in the country in which he is established, and in the contracting authority's member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Terrorist offences or offences linked to terrorist activities : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body, or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of acts of terrorism or criminal acts connected to terrorist activities by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Acts of terrorism or criminal acts relating to terrorist activity as defined in Article 1 and 3 of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/475/RIA of 13 June 2002 on combating terrorism (EFT L 164, af 22.6.2002, p. 3). This rejection reason also includes incitement to, participation or attempts to commit such actions as included in Article 4 in the mentioned framework decision.

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0000

Title : Framework agreement, insight and facts about the transport sector.
Description : Konnekt (The National Centre for Transport competence) shall be the driving force for the transport sector to cover the need for relevant and competent labour. Konnekt's main task is to have good insight and facts about the transport sector with the accompanying competence needs and educations. In total, defined as the factual basis. The aim of the procurement is to enter into a framework agreement to establish a cooperation with a competent supplier who can contribute to increasing knowledge about the transport sector in terms of education and competence needs in roads, railways and public transport. International experience and best practice may also be relevant. The knowledge basis shall contribute to Konnekt being able to solve his social mission, as well as be useful for the transport sector in general. The knowledge basis shall be used as a basis for reporting and dialogue with the Ministry of Transport. It shall also be used as a basis for implementing different forms of initiatives.
Internal identifier : 24/246457

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 79400000 Business and management consultancy and related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79410000 Business and management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411100 Business development consultancy services

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Norway
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information :

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.4 Renewal

Maximum renewals : 2
The buyer reserves the right for additional purchases from the contractor, as described here : The contract can be extended for 1+1 year.

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 8 000 000 Norwegian krone
Maximum value of the framework agreement : 9 000 000 Norwegian krone

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Criterion :
Type : Economic and financial standing
Name : Requirements of the tenderer's economic and financial capacity.
Description : Tenderers must have sufficient financial capacity to fulfil the contract. Creditworthiness will be sufficient to meet the requirement. Documentation requirement: The contracting authority will obtain a credit rating from Experian. If there is doubt, the Contracting Authority can obtain further information from the tenderer.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Suitability to pursue the professional activity
Use of this criterion : Not used
Criterion :
Type : Technical and professional ability
Name : Requirements regarding the tenderer ́s technical and professional qualifications.
Description : Tenderers shall have relevant experience. The following central works/areas are particularly relevant: • Industry experience: Experience with insight work within the transport sector, including work with both public authorities and private actors. • Data analysis: Experience with advanced data analysis techniques and tools, as well as the ability to convert raw data into insight. • Project management: Experience with managing and implementing complex projects. • Collaboration ability: Experience with close cooperation with customers and other interested parties, as well as the ability to adapt to the contracting authority ́s needs and work methods. • Education areas and the labour market: Experience within the transport sector or equivalent. Documentation requirement: Tenderers shall confirm that they fulfil this requirement when submitting their tender, and shall enclose the following documentation: An overview of a minimum of 3 (maximum 5) of the most important, relevant work performed during the last three years, including a short description of the assignment, the name of the public or private recipient, as well as information on value/amount/scope and date. A tenderer who is newly established and cannot submit references, must be particularly careful to document and substantiate that they still have the prerequisites required to carry out the assignment. Newly established tenderers can document that the requirement is fulfilled by referring to experience that the offered persons/resources have built up in the service of others than the tenderer. In addition to the documentation that the tenderer has submitted, the contracting authority will emphasise its own documented experience with the tenderer. The tenderer must have sufficient implementation ability. Documentation requirement: Tenderers shall confirm that they fulfil this requirement when submitting their tender. Tenderers shall present the following documentation proof if requested by the contracting authority: An account of how sufficient capacity shall be ensured for this assignment. A manpower plan shall be enclosed for the assignment, showing the number of our own employees, hired persons, etc.
Use of this criterion : Used

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Price
Name : Price
Description : Documentation requirement: Tenderers shall enclose a completed price form in annex 1.
Weight (percentage, exact) : 40
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : K1 The offered personnel ́s relevant formal competence and experience.
Description : The contracting authority will evaluate the offered personnel ́s relevant formal competence and experience. Particular emphasis will be put on the offered personnel having experience from, and knowledge of, education organisations (universities, university colleges, vocational schools and VGS), the transport sector. They shall have carried out analytical work (collection, processing and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data) and shall have knowledge of the transport sector (road, railway and public transport) through their own work. They shall have experience from using IC tools aimed at insight work. Emphasis will be put on the ability for independent work and the ability to challenge and come up with a need for insight and knowledge that supports Konnekt ́s mandate and the industry ́s needs. The offered personnel shall have the ability to cooperate as part of a larger team. Documentation requirement: Tenderers shall enclose CVs for the offered personnel. CVs shall include detailed information on education and relevant experience. Up to 3 relevant project references shall be given per offered personnel, and the references must be provided with a gender neutral preferred at the former contracting authority. The attached CV template shall be filled in and used. Interviews can be held with relevant offered personnel in order to quality assure CVs.
Weight (percentage, exact) : 30
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : K2 Assignment Comprehension
Description : The contracting authority will evaluate the tenderer's understanding of the need/assignment and the description of how the tenderer will proceed to solve the assignment. Documentation requirement: Tenderers shall describe/account for their understanding of the assignment and how it can best be solved, given the assignment Konnekt shall deliver on. As well as how this assignment will be carried out.
Weight (percentage, exact) : 30
Description of the method to be used if weighting cannot be expressed by criteria :
Justification for not indicating the weighting of the award criteria :

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Languages in which the procurement documents are officially available : Norwegian
Deadline for requesting additional information : 03/02/2025 11:00 +00:00

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Norwegian
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Advanced or qualified electronic signature or seal (as defined in Regulation (EU) No 910/2014) is required
Variants : Not allowed
Tenderers may submit more than one tender : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 10/02/2025 11:00 +00:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 3 Month
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 10/02/2025 11:05 +00:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : no
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants : 3
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system
Electronic auction : no

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Mediation organisation : Oslo tingrett
Review organisation : Oslo tingrett
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for taxes applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed : Oslo tingrett
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for environmental protection applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed : Oslo tingrett
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for employment protection and working conditions applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed : Oslo tingrett
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure : Statens vegvesen
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents : Statens vegvesen
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : Oslo tingrett
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Statens vegvesen
Organisation processing tenders : Statens vegvesen

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Statens vegvesen
Registration number : 971032081
Department : Fellesfunksjoner
Postal address : Skoggata 19
Town : Moss
Postcode : 1500
Country : Norway
Contact point : Gro Austad
Telephone : +47 90031469
Internet address : https://www.vegvesen.no
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents
Organisation receiving requests to participate
Organisation processing tenders

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : Oslo tingrett
Registration number : 926725939
Postal address : C.J. Hambros plass 4
Town : Oslo
Postcode : 0125
Country : Norway
Telephone : +47 22035200
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures
Mediation organisation
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for taxes applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for environmental protection applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed
Organisation providing information concerning the general regulatory framework for employment protection and working conditions applicable in the place where the contract is to be performed

11. Notice information

11.1 Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 98772a42-b35c-42c3-a92f-8ab953123717 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 07/01/2025 12:35 +00:00
Notice dispatch date (eSender) : 07/01/2025 13:00 +00:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English

11.2 Publication information

Notice publication number : 00008391-2025
OJ S issue number : 5/2025
Publication date : 08/01/2025