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17 Jun 2026 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Solicitor Apprenticeship 2026 contract, with a complete status from the CPS (Crown Prosecution Service), is a significant procurement opportunity within the education and training services industry. This contract follows a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process was concluded on 1st May 2026 and was awarded on 22nd May 2026 to BPP University. The contract period extends from 25th May 2026 to 31st August 2034, providing services across multiple locations, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The total value of the contract is £375,000.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those capable of delivering solicitor apprenticeship programmes. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for this kind of contract, highlighting a wide scope for diverse business participation. The long-term nature of the contract allows steady business growth and development within a structured government framework, making it an attractive prospect for those looking to expand their educational service offerings internationally.

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Notice Title

Solicitor Apprenticeship 26

Notice Description

Solicitor Apprenticeship 2026 contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9f3d4483-80a4-46d0-b838-2ea1826f3c6e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6f0ae6e-7dc6-4911-884b-06581bc5039a
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
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2034 Over 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
CPS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9EA
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

BPP UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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