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SCC0166VA

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 May 2026 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council has concluded a procurement process for apprenticeship training services under the contract title SCC0166VA. This contract falls within the vocational training services industry category, identified by CPV code 80530000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, resulting in an active award to BPP Professional Education Limited. This process has now reached the award stage, with the contract commencing on 11th May 2026 and concluding on 18th December 2026. The services will be provided in Ipswich, England, with a contract value of £190,000. Interested parties were expected to adhere to a tender period that concluded on 10th May 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs particularly involved in vocational training, as the selection criteria suit smaller and non-profit organisations. The contract offers a significant opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their services within the public sector with a focus on vocational training programmes. With Suffolk County Council actively seeking collaborative partners, businesses that specialise in comprehensive and effective training solutions will find this contract conducive to their growth and strategic goals. The award to a large supplier like BPP highlights the demand for expertise and quality in educational services, suggesting that businesses with similar capabilities may position themselves favourably for future engagements.

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Notice Title

SCC0166VA

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council has awarded apprenticeship training services to BPP

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/556d0911-c10b-46b1-b17f-a1e44d2d2389
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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