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Request for Quotes - Accredited providers of professional housing qualifications

London Borough of Southwark

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark is currently seeking proposals for an open competition to provide professional housing qualifications to council employees. This procurement, titled "Request for Quotes - Accredited providers of professional housing qualifications," falls under the "staff training services" category. The main procurement category is services, with a total estimated contract value of £75,000 to £90,000. The procurement process is in the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their tenders electronically via the London Tenders Portal by 24th October 2025 at 14:00 PM. The project is set to commence on 1st December 2025, with a two-year contract period ending on 30th November 2027, aligning with the council's compliance with the forthcoming Competence and Conduct Standard (CCS).

This opportunity is ideal for businesses specializing in educational services, particularly those with expertise in delivering Level 4 and Level 5 housing qualifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, given their suitability to meet the tender's requirements. The evaluation will consider price, quality, and social value, making it an attractive prospect for providers who can deliver cost-effective and high-quality training. The ability to offer versatile delivery options, including online, in-person, or hybrid courses, will enhance a provider's competitiveness, offering a significant business growth opportunity for firms within the professional training sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Quotes - Accredited providers of professional housing qualifications

Notice Description

Southwark Council is seeking an accredited provider of professional housing qualifications. The successful provider will deliver Level 4 & Level 5 housing qualifications to council employees. The initial contract length will be two years. This provision will provide development opportunities for council employees, improve the general capability of our workforce and ensure compliance with the forthcoming Competence and Conduct Standard (CCS).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a685
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062120-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
London Borough of Southwark
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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