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COV - 24446 - Skills support & training for learners

COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL

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31 Oct 2025 at 12:16

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, conducted by Coventry City Council, pertains to the project titled "COV - 24446 - Skills support & training for learners." Falling under the services category, specifically education and training services, this project aims at providing skills support for learners transitioning into paid employment. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with Humanise Solutions Ltd chosen as the supplier. The contract commenced on 20 October 2025 and will conclude on 31 March 2026, with a total gross value of £90,000. The method of procurement was direct, classified as 'below threshold - without competition,' allowing for a streamlined selection process without competitive bidding. The procurement is based in Coventry, United Kingdom, as per the address of the buyer: Coventry City Council, located at Council House, Earl Street.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of educational and training services, particularly those experienced in crafting training programmes that align with employment objectives. Firms equipped with the expertise to enhance job readiness skills would benefit from exploring such contracts that emphasise real-world employability outcomes. Additionally, businesses that specialise in skills development, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), might find these types of procurement opportunities lucrative, expanding their portfolio within public contracts and fostering long-term growth. The focus on non-competitive, direct awards also provides an opening for businesses capable of delivering specialised and targeted services without the extensive process of competitive bidding.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

COV - 24446 - Skills support & training for learners

Notice Description

Skills support & training for learners moving into paid employment, achieving a key Connect to Work KPI.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d7ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070064-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementcontracts@coventry.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2GN
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUMANISE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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