Award

Ashford UKSPF People and Skills Programme

ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Aug 2024 at 14:16

Tender

22 Apr 2024 at 20:16

Summary of the contracting process

Ashford Borough Council is overseeing the "Ashford UKSPF People and Skills Programme," targeting the training services category for council-led initiatives. This procurement falls within the services industry and is located in Ashford, UKJ4 region. The process has progressed through various stages including Tender and Award stages, with the tender being issued on 22 April 2024, and the contract being awarded on 21 August 2024. The awarded contract has been granted to the EKC Group, with the procurement method being an open procedure compliant with GPA regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in training and development services to contribute to the local economy and enhance their reputation by aligning with a regional authority’s objectives. Companies excelling in quality service delivery at competitive prices would be well-suited to participate in similar opportunities, fostering business growth and sectoral development. Engaging in such contracts can enhance market presence and create new avenues for business expansion within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Ashford UKSPF People and Skills Programme

Notice Description

Ashford Borough Council is seeking an organisation to undertake key activities within our planned 'People and Skills' priority of our UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Plan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Ashford Borough Council is seeking an organisation to undertake key activities within our planned 'People and Skills' priority of our UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Plan.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045448
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026704-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£197,892 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephanie Leonard
Contact Email
stephanie.leonard@ashford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1233330371

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHFORD
Postcode
TN23 1PL
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EKC GROUP

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