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They are:\n• Lot 1 - Adult Skills Fund (ASF) and Free Courses for Jobs (FCFJ)\n• Lot 2 - Skills Bootcamps\n• Lot 3 - Future Skills Projects\nThe Framework includes a single common set of sectors and geographical areas which applies across all 3 Lots.\nThe purpose of the Framework is to enable flexible and responsive skills provision that supports adults to develop the skills needed for sustainable employment and career progression, while also meeting employer demand and contributing to economic growth.\nDCC may initiate Call-Offs from both Lot 1 - ASF and FCFJ and Lot 2 Skills Bootcamps for Wave 7 Skills Bootcamp following the appointment of Providers to the Framework.\nAny contract value published within this notice are estimated total contract values provided strictly for information only and are subject to confirmation of funding. Value may be revised up or down. 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