Education & training tenders

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This framework covers 646 apprenticeship standards across 15 occupational routes and 11 regions, as defined by the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education. The framework is dynamic, allowing for quarterly updates to include new standards and the onboarding of additional providers. It is designed to support public sector training requirements with no limit on the number of providers allocated to each standard.

Services needed: Provision of apprenticeship standards and associated training services across multiple occupational routes for public sector organisations throughout the UK.

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This multi-lot Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) covers educational interventions including literacy, numeracy, mental health counselling, youth work, and professional development. The arrangement operates as a framework for call-off contracts, with specific requirements for PVG Scheme membership for all staff and potential needs for CLD, BACP, or TEFL qualifications depending on the specific lot and call-off contract. The PSA remains open to new applicants throughout its term.

Services needed: Provision of diverse educational, counselling, and learning support services for schools and local authority education resources across multiple specialist lots.

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The provider will supplement military-led training for the Royal Corps of Signals by delivering functional skills, coaching, progress reviews, and EPA preparation. The contract covers multiple apprenticeship standards including Network Engineer, Data Technician, and Engineering Maintenance Technician. The provider must manage DfE/DWP compliant learner records for apprentices based at Blandford Camp and across various UK units.

Services needed: Provision of apprenticeship training delivery, functional skills support, and learner record management services for military technical and engineering apprenticeship programmes.

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The provider will supplement the British Army's internal delivery of Level 4 Intelligence Analyst and Data Analyst apprenticeships. Services include coaching, progress reviews, EPA preparation, management of DfE/DWP compliant learner records, and delivery of Functional Skills training. The contract supports apprentices based at various Army units UK-wide, requiring the provider to act as an APAR registered entity to ensure compliance with apprenticeship standards.

Services needed: Provision of apprenticeship support services, including coaching, progress reviews, EPA preparation, and learner record management for military training programmes.

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Establishment of an approved list of freelance consultants to provide ad-hoc support for the South East Sector Led Improvement Programme. Work involves data analysis, peer challenge, leadership capacity building, and developing practice standards across regional children's services. Consultants are engaged on an as-needed basis to support regional improvement activities.

Services needed: Provision of specialist consultancy services to support leadership development, peer review, and service improvement programmes for local authority children's services.

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The provider must deliver specialist safety-critical training and support services to qualify new entrants for the rail industry. The supplier must hold National Skills Academy for Rail (NSAR) accreditation to facilitate learner access to employment opportunities. The service involves working in partnership with the college to align training with NVQ qualifications and industry requirements.

Services needed: Provision of specialist safety-critical rail engineering training and employment pathway services for students seeking entry into the rail industry.

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Collaboration with the Authority to validate an aeronautical engineering degree programme complying with UK higher education regulations, enabling student qualifications upon completion of training at the DCTT.

Services needed: Provision of higher education degree validation and aeronautical engineering course accreditation services for defence training programmes

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This framework provides access to apprenticeship training across 15 occupational routes and 646 standards, covering 11 regions. The framework is dynamic, allowing for the quarterly addition of new standards and the onboarding of new providers throughout its duration. It is designed to align with the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education structure, ensuring providers can bid for specific standards and regions as they become approved for delivery.

Services needed: Provision of apprenticeship standards and associated training services for public sector organisations across a wide range of occupational routes.

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Establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System for the procurement of education and training for individuals aged 16 and above. The scope covers various funding streams including the Adult Skills Fund, UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and Multiply, specifically excluding apprenticeship levy funding. The system provides a route to market for public sector bodies to engage regional and national training providers for skills development and apprenticeship preparation.

Services needed: Provision of adult education and vocational training services to support skills development, employability, and progression into further tertiary qualifications.

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Strategic partnership to act as Alliance Lead for a community-focused crisis and resilience fund. The scope includes coordinating a multi-agency delivery model, managing referral pathways, and providing intensive casework, early help, and guided support for residents. The programme focuses on wellbeing and financial resilience, requiring strong partnership management and community engagement capabilities.

Services needed: Provision of multi-agency community support services, including intensive casework, early help, and resilience programmes for vulnerable local residents.

This work has already been awarded.

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Hosting platform for online learning courses supporting 6,000+ learners per course, including texts, videos, questionnaires, tests, Q&A sections, facilitator management, data collection, reporting, and promotional marketing through the provider's channels.

Services needed: Provision of an online learning platform and hosting services for massive open online courses with promotional support.

This work has already been awarded.

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Delivery of CIPD qualification upgrades for Cohort 30, processed via SSCL with a contract value of GBP 49,468.

Services needed: Provision of professional training and qualification upgrade services for human resources staff.

This work has already been awarded.

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Technical assistance for excellence in university teaching in Jordan, delivering a National Programme for Professional Certification in university teaching and establishing professorial teaching and learning career pathways over a contract period running from October 2026 to September 2027.

Services needed: Provision of educational consultancy and professional certification programmes to enhance teaching quality and career pathways in higher education.

This work has already been awarded.

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Delivery of Best Start Family Hub stay and play sessions and creche provision, offering universal play activities, learning opportunities for children, and network and confidence building for parents.

Services needed: Provision of family hub stay and play sessions and creche services for children and parents

This work has already been awarded.

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Supply of CIPFA Level 7 Diploma in School Financial and Operational Leadership bursary training specifically tailored for School Business Professionals, delivered over a multi-year contract period.

Services needed: Provision of CIPFA Level 7 Diploma training and professional qualification bursaries for school business professionals.

This work has already been awarded.

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Delivery of accredited adult skills programmes including Entry Level to Level 2 qualifications, Level 3 vocational and technical qualifications, Higher Technical Qualifications, and core skills such as English, maths, and digital skills for the academic year 2026-27.

Services needed: Provision of accredited adult skills training, vocational qualifications, and core skills education programmes.

This work has already been awarded.