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Provision of Apprenticeships

POLICE, FIRE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR STAFFORDSHIRE

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09 Apr 2026 at 18:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner for Staffordshire has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Apprenticeships" services in the field of staff training, aligned with CPV code 80511000. The selective procurement method involved calling off from a framework agreement, and the award stage is complete with Multiverse Group Limited as the supplier. The contract value totals £248,200 and spans from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd November 2027, encompassing several delivery locations, including the UK, Europe, and various other territories. Key dates include the tender period's conclusion on 22nd March 2026 and the award notice published on 9th April 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in training and education services, particularly those experienced in providing apprenticeship programmes. The procurement's framework nature suggests the potential for future call-offs, making it attractive for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) seeking to expand their client base and strengthen service delivery capabilities. The engagement of Multiverse Group Limited, a large supplier, underscores the competitive environment and the substantial potential for business growth for companies that can demonstrate robust and innovative solutions in staff training services.

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Notice Title

Provision of Apprenticeships

Notice Description

Provision of Apprenticeships

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c61e79f1-b525-427a-bd3a-70094905200b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cd0d0d-fd84-4ccd-a128-afe772de1f17
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

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£248,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Nov 2027 1-2 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
POLICE, FIRE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR STAFFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST18 0YY
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Milwich
Westminster Constituency
Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MULTIVERSE GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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