Learning Management Solution and Authoring tool

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

17 Jun 2026 at 16:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a "Learning Management Solution and Authoring Tool" was conducted by the Civil Aviation Authority, based in Gatwick, England. The tender falls under the industry category of IT software packages, specifically aimed at providing a comprehensive eLearning and training solution. This process, which recently reached its award stage, was managed as a selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement was valued at £83,319 GBP, with the contract running from 3rd April 2026 to 2nd April 2029. The award was actively made on 27th March 2026 to Learning Pool Limited, a supplier located in Derry, Northern Ireland. The procurement was deemed suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses operating in the IT service sector, particularly those with capabilities in developing or implementing learning management software solutions. SMEs and VCSEs in the technology sector stand to benefit, given the tender's focus on engaging smaller and versatile companies with the ability to deliver tailored eLearning systems. Such contracts can not only provide revenue growth opportunities but also enhance business profiles through association with a notable public sector entity like the Civil Aviation Authority. The procurement method used promotes fair competition and encourages innovation amongst participating companies, fostering an environment conducive to business development and expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Learning Management Solution and Authoring tool

Notice Description

Learning Management System and Authoring tool for eLearning and training

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e2ace68a-27ef-4053-9532-43af91bb2a30
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1aaf3fa-72e8-4f97-bf1c-2a92299a292f
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,319 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,319 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2026 - 2 Apr 2029 3-4 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
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GATWICK
Postcode
RH6 0YR
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)
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
Crawley
Electoral Ward
Langley Green & Tushmore
Westminster Constituency
Crawley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEARNING POOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-e2ace68a-27ef-4053-9532-43af91bb2a30-2026-06-17T17:22:50+01:00",
    "date": "2026-06-17T17:22:50+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-e2ace68a-27ef-4053-9532-43af91bb2a30",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "3838",
        "title": "Learning Management Solution and Authoring tool",
        "description": "Learning Management System and Authoring tool for eLearning and training",
        "status": "complete",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "48517000",
            "description": "IT software package"
        },
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "England",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amount": 83319,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "selective",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Call-off from a framework agreement",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-03-16T23:59:00Z"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2026-04-03T00:00:00+01:00",
            "endDate": "2029-04-02T23:59:59+01:00"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": true
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services"
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-GOR-PC469",
            "name": "Civil Aviation Authority",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Civil Aviation Authority",
                "scheme": "GB-GOR",
                "id": "PC469"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Aviation House",
                "locality": "GATWICK",
                "postalCode": "RH60YR",
                "countryName": "England"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Kerry Simmons",
                "email": "kerry.simmons@caa.co.uk",
                "telephone": "01293 573244"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-NI060102",
            "name": "Learning Pool Limited",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "Learning Pool Limited",
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "NI060102"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "The City Factory 100 Patrick Street Derry Northern Ireland BT48 7EL"
            },
            "details": {
                "scale": "sme",
                "vcse": false
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-GOR-PC469",
        "name": "Civil Aviation Authority"
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "ocds-b5fd17-e2ace68a-27ef-4053-9532-43af91bb2a30-1",
            "status": "active",
            "date": "2026-03-27T00:00:00Z",
            "datePublished": "2026-06-17T17:22:50+01:00",
            "value": {
                "amount": 83319.6,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-COH-NI060102",
                    "name": "Learning Pool Limited"
                }
            ],
            "contractPeriod": {
                "startDate": "2026-04-03T00:00:00+01:00",
                "endDate": "2029-04-02T23:59:59+01:00"
            },
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "description": "Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder",
                    "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1aaf3fa-72e8-4f97-bf1c-2a92299a292f",
                    "datePublished": "2026-06-17T17:22:50+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html",
                    "language": "en"
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}