Award

GSS Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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Award

14 Apr 2026 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), located at 100 Parliament Street, London, has completed the award stage of their procurement process for the provision of the GSS Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship. The procurement falls under the education and training services category, reflecting its focus on apprenticeship training and End Point Assessment. The contract, valued at £14,250, runs from 1 September 2025 to 30 June 2026. This tender was initiated through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, providing structured and reliable sourcing. The award was given to QA Limited on 19 March 2026, and the final details were published on 14 April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specializing in professional training programmes. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to engage in similar tenders, showcasing their capabilities in creating structured learning programmes. The successful supplier, QA Limited, exemplifies the type of organisation capable of delivering high-quality apprenticeship training tailored to government needs. Businesses with a focus on data analyst training for apprentices could see strong growth opportunities by aligning their offerings with public sector requirements, ensuring they meet both educational standards and procurement compliance.

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Notice Title

GSS Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide Apprenticeship Training for the Level 4 GSS Data Analyst apprenticeship programme, including End Point Assessment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e3395a21-5004-495e-a1be-66b86c05b677
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc2b3a85-d94f-4309-bbe3-8cbe9666ef3b
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
£14,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 30 Jun 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

QA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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