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Adult Education and Training Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

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02 Jul 2026 at 13:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden is actively seeking new applicants for its "Adult Education and Training Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle," specifically targeting Lot 2, which focuses on programmes promoting employment in sectors such as Health and Social Care, Hospitality and Retail, Construction/Green Skills, and STEAM. This procurement process is in the tender stage, utilizing an open procedure method below the threshold. The opportunity targets services within the "Education and training services" industry category, with a delivery location across England. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submissions, which is set for 13 July 2026, with the contract period slated to begin on 1 September 2026 and conclude on 31 May 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), to establish or expand their presence in the educational services sector. Companies with expertise in developing educational programmes that cater to adult learners and promote workforce integration will find this opportunity highly suitable. Engaging in this contract could enhance the successful bidder’s profile, provide consistent revenue streams, and facilitate entry or expansion in the dynamic and publicly funded sector of adult education and community services in the bustling region of Camden and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Adult Education and Training Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle

Notice Description

The London Borough of Camden ('the Authority') are reopening the Adult Education and Training Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle for new applicants for Lot 2: Programmes that promote employment in the Health and Social Care Sector, Hospitality and Retail, Construction/Green Skills and STEAM (Scientific, Technical, Engineering, Arts and Medical) ONLY. Adult Community Learning and the Inclusive Economy services provide education and learning for adults. The Adult Community Learning Services provide learning opportunities that meet the needs of learners over the age of 19 in Camden. The mission is to encourage and support adults to make their steps back into learning and so become more active economically, in their families and communities, and maintain better health. The services commissioned will offer learning in a wide variety of community venues and/or online to engage adult learners from very diverse communities. The Inclusive Economy service takes a human-centred, collaborative approach to developing innovative solutions that help all residents and businesses thrive. The team works with key stakeholders to ensure that Camden is the best place to do business and to work and that Camden's citizens are well placed to access the job opportunities that central London offers. The service will provide opportunities to deliver employment support for adults in line with this approach. https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faaced49-b084-49e7-a886-a9d1991a964c

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96535b39-db8e-48d5-8881-ef994f0a985b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1C 4AG
Post Town
North London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

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