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NCC1698 Learning Management System

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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29 Dec 2025 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has successfully concluded the procurement process for the renewal of its Learning Management System, awarded to Learning Pool Limited. This procurement, categorized under education and training services, is directed towards supporting workplace learning for council staff within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement followed a direct award method, with the contract awarded on 29 December 2025. The contract, valued at £316,038, is scheduled to commence on 30 January 2026 and conclude on 29 January 2028, marking its completion status upon award.

This procurement presents growth opportunities particularly for SMEs, as Northumberland County Council prioritises direct engagement with smaller enterprises. The industry focus on education and training services indicates potential for businesses specialising in digital learning solutions, educational content, and system integration services. Companies with expertise in developing robust digital platforms for organisational learning would be well-positioned to benefit from such tender opportunities, aligning with the council's objective of enhancing workforce development and learning support frameworks.

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Notice Title

NCC1698 Learning Management System

Notice Description

Renewal of the Learning Management System and associated library content collections to support NCC staff with workplace learning and support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb842bac-bd85-45d4-b7c7-a46e29cfc148
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/306d8f5a-453e-4381-b5b1-e8412459eb08
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£316,038 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£316,038 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2028 1-2 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
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sabrina Bell
Contact Email
sabrina.bell@northumberland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01670 624843

Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEARNING POOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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