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Level 5 Data Engineering Apprenticeship Standard ST1386

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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15 Apr 2025 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for the provision of Level 5 Data Engineering Apprenticeship Standard ST1386 for its staff. The industry category for this tender is staff training services, and the contract will be delivered across British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This procurement was conducted under a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract period starts on 17th March 2025 and ends on 16th July 2029, with a total value of £760,000 GBP. Key dates include the tender end date of 1st November 2024, and the award date of 14th March 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in staff training services, especially those experienced in data engineering apprenticeships. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to engage, as the procurement process highlights suitability for these types of entities. QA Limited, awarded as the supplier, demonstrates a successful precedent, suggesting the potential for similar organisations to secure future contracts. Participating in such tenders can foster increased recognition, business development, and expansion into multiple international locations.

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Notice Title

Level 5 Data Engineering Apprenticeship Standard ST1386

Notice Description

Provision of Level 5 Data Engineering Apprenticeship Standard ST1386 to DWP Staff

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4629393f-e075-41a6-ba35-2c4f97e4fce7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6588f3f8-c823-444b-ae9b-e36301d6b825
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2025 - 16 Jul 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
DWP
Contact Email
cd.abbserapprenticeshipsteam@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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