RFP 260016 - framework agreement - language training for staff

The University of Luxembourg is committed to support its staff members to continuously develop their language competence by providing them group language courses. The courses cover the following languages and levels: - English, French and German from beginner to B2 level - Luxembourgish from beginner to B1 level The language courses are in remote and open to our academic, research and administrative staff across the organisation, and are not intended for students registered at the University. The courses are scheduled to run from March 2027 to March 2031, with two semesters per year. The winter semester typically runs from late September or early October to February, while the summer semester runs from March to June/July. The Contracting Party shall commence the provision of its services in January 2027 and shall, in preparation for the first semester of Mars 2027, make the necessary organisational arrangements in collaboration with the outgoing Service Provider for staff language courses. This preparatory phase shall ensure a smooth and seamless transition for both the participants and the Contracting party. This Call for Tenders is aimed at concluding a Framework Agreement for an initial period of two (2) years and three (3) months, renewable once for an additional period of two (2) years, at the discretion of the University, with a view to retaining, without reopening of competition, a Contracting Party with recognised expertise in adult language training. · - Provision of remote language training services for University of Luxembourg staff in English, French, German, and Luxembourgish, aligned with the proficiency levels defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The services encompass the delivery of language courses, proficiency assessments, pedagogical guidance and support, access to a digital learning platform, and the full range of administrative and organisational services required for the effective planning, coordination, and management of the training programme. - Supply of course textbooks and other published learning materials, if applicable.