Tender

CA17290 - Learner Finds

UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP

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Tender

27 Feb 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process titled "CA17290 - Learner Finds" is actively managed by the University Centre Somerset College Group. This tender involves the recruitment of learners aged 19 and above within the advertising and marketing services sector, with specific focus on marketing, direct marketing, and recruitment services. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting suitable businesses to compete for this opportunity. Key dates include the tender period closing on 2nd April 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2028. The service will be delivered across various geographical locations, including the United Kingdom and worldwide.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adept in marketing and recruitment services. Engaging in this procurement process could significantly expand a company's market presence and portfolio by catering to adult learners' recruitment. Businesses specialising in advertising and marketing services, particularly with capabilities in direct marketing, will find this tender highly relevant. The open procedure grants broader access, ensuring diverse businesses can contribute effectively through innovation and efficient service delivery.

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Notice Title

CA17290 - Learner Finds

Notice Description

Learner Finds - Recruitment of 19+ Learners To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17290. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17290 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e8a26fde-9e6d-4861-8250-561d842e294b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2426fa-e78b-4646-8575-ae9110102be8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79342100 - Direct marketing services

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOMERSET
Postcode
TA6 4PZ
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater North & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Further Information

Notice Documents

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