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Digital inclusion (Lot 1 - Adult Skills)

CORNWALL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

26 Feb 2026 at 08:51

Award Notice
Tender

03 Feb 2025 at 16:17

Tender Notice
Planning

17 Dec 2024 at 17:55

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cornwall Council concerns the provision of Adult Skills and Skills Bootcamps within England, specifically targeting education and training services. This endeavour commenced planning on 17th December 2024, with engagement due by 31st January 2025, transitioning into the tender stage on 3rd February 2025. The procurement, conducted under the Light Touch Regime, is divided into a Dynamic Purchasing System with three lots: Adult Skills, Free Courses for Jobs, and Skills Bootcamps. Each phase explores different aspects of skill development, ultimately aiming to commence service delivery from August 2025. Notably, a mini-competition process is employed to award contracts. The anticipated contract period extends from mid-2025 through early 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, primarily benefiting SMEs and VCSE organisations capable of providing tailored learning and training services. Businesses involved in adult education, skills enhancement, and bootcamp-style training will find this procurement particularly suited to their expertise. With the potential for reaching diverse sector priorities, including digital skills and green industry training, participating entities can leverage these offerings to access ongoing developmental funding and aid in improving local employment opportunities. The DPS structure allows for periodic windows to vet new participants, ensuring dynamic delivery aligned with the strategic goals of Cornwall Council. Engaging with this system can substantially bolster an organisation's profile and economic standing within the training sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital inclusion (Lot 1 - Adult Skills)

Notice Description

Mini-competition for Digital inclusion under Lot 1 - Adult Skills of Cornwall Council's Dynamic Purchasing System for Adult Skills and Skills Bootcamps - DN753886

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad25e65-098b-4fe3-b1d9-8e0f6ffc0378
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
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
£475,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£138,928 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
31 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CORNWALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TRURO
Postcode
TR1 3AY
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
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
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Westminster Constituency
Truro and Falmouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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