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DfE funded training HGV Pathway B3

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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25 Sep 2025 at 07:01

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has completed a public procurement process for a contract titled "DfE funded training HGV Pathway B3," which falls under the industry category of services, specifically adult and other education services as well as training services. The procurement took place in the Taunton region, referenced by UKK23, with key activities taking place between 31st May 2025 and 31st March 2026. The contract was awarded through a direct procurement method, below threshold, without competition, which means it bypassed traditional competitive tender processes. This stage of the procurement was finalised on 30th April 2025 when the contract was signed, with LGS Transport, a large-scale supplier, being awarded the contract.

This contract provides an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those specialising in heavy goods vehicle (HGV) training. Companies that provide adult education or vocational training would find this sector a strategic area for growth, particularly in the UK regions. Although this specific contract has been awarded, similar opportunities may arise, offering a valid entry point for businesses looking to expand their offerings in government-funded vocational training programmes. Engaging with such projects can enhance a company's reputation and marketability within the public sector.

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Notice Title

DfE funded training HGV Pathway B3

Notice Description

HGV funded skills bootcamp training HGV Pathway B3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a194
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059474-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£84,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialandprocurement@somerset.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
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
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LGS TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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