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Apprentice ePortfolio Platform - 2026 - AWARD

Education Training Collective - e-Tendering System

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Summary of the contracting process

The Education Training Collective (ETC), comprising a group of Further Education Colleges and Independent Training Providers in the North-East of England, has awarded a contract for the provision of a cloud-based ePortfolio system. The tender, titled "Apprentice ePortfolio Platform - 2026 - AWARD," aims to enhance teaching, learning, assessment, progress tracking, and reporting through an adaptable software solution. The procurement process was initiated through an open procedure, with the contracting phase completed as of 26th March 2026. The contract, classified under "Educational software package" and "Software supply services," will commence on 1st August 2026 and continue until 31st July 2029, impacting locations including the United Kingdom and beyond.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in educational software technologies to support ETC's strategic objectives of digital transformation and continuous improvement. Companies experienced in reliable and intuitive digital solutions that facilitate communication and engagement among learners, staff, and employers may find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise. Although not aimed specifically at SMEs or VCSEs, the requirement for high-quality software services may attract larger software firms capable of ensuring the digital infrastructure keeps pace with evolving educational sector expectations. The awarded suppliers include firms such as Ambar, Aptem Ltd, and Quals Direct Limited, indicating a competitive environment for future similar procurements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Apprentice ePortfolio Platform - 2026 - AWARD

Notice Description

The Education Training Collective (ETC) is a group of FE Colleges and Independent Training Providers within the North-East of England. We are seeking a supplier to provide a cloud-based ePortfolio system. The aim is to provide an intuitive, reliable, and adaptable system that better supports teaching, learning, assessment, progress tracking and reporting. It will also enhance engagement and communication between learners, staff, and employers, and ensure our digital infrastructure keeps pace with sector expectations and evolving delivery models. This investment is critical to maintaining high-quality learner experiences, improving operational efficiency, and supporting our strategic goals around digital transformation and continuous improvement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-014af52b-8e61-4743-8872-b0be00f13942
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e7d6cc1-383b-439f-98f7-8557493d57f3
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48190000 - Educational software package

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Education Training Collective - e-Tendering System
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKTON-ON-TEES
Postcode
TS17 6FB
Postcode Area
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Ambar

Aptem Ltd

CJC Automotive Business Solutions Ltd

COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Quals Direct Limited

VLE SUPPORT LIMITED

Further Information

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