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Level 7 Tech Master Apprenticeship

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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01 May 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has successfully completed a procurement process for a Level 7 Tech Master Apprenticeship, involving education and training services. This tender, classified under the CPV code 80000000, was conducted through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in London, with postal code SW1A 2BQ, this procurement has resulted in an active award to QA Limited. The contract, valued at £93,450, commenced on 30th November 2025 and will conclude on 30th July 2028. The procurement process was initiated for the delivery of digital and technology solutions specialist apprenticeship services and concluded with the award published on 1st May 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses operating within the education and training sector, especially those adept at delivering high-level digital and technological programs. Given the procurement method and the nature of the services required, it is well-suited for enterprises that are capable of leveraging existing framework agreements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), along with voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly encouraged to engage in this type of public contract, fostering business growth and strengthening capabilities in the specialist training domain. Engaging in this contract can bolster a business’s portfolio and demonstrates an ability to collaborate with governmental bodies for delivering high-quality educational services.

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Notice Title

Level 7 Tech Master Apprenticeship

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide Level 7 Digital and technology solutions specialist apprenticeship services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c434a0c-0f82-49b9-b75f-6e83dfb072b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5dd55a84-431f-4827-97f2-ca170b3aa4db
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,450 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2025 - 30 Jul 2028 2-3 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 CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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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