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Oliver McGowan Training

City of York Council

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20 Nov 2025 at 10:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of York Council has initiated an active tender for the "Oliver McGowan Training" project, seeking a provider to deliver mandatory training on learning disabilities and autism. The procurement process follows an open competition below the threshold, specifically targeting the services category. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 3rd December 2025, with the enquiry period concluding on 28th November 2025. The training will be implemented across the United Kingdom, particularly in the UKE21 region. The contract period is slated to start on 19th December 2025, running until 18th December 2028, with potential renewal for an additional year.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in special education services, particularly those that align with the CPV code 80340000. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the suitability criteria outlined. With a contract value of £84,000 (gross amount £100,800), businesses with expertise in delivering training compliant with Public Sector requirements can see substantial growth and engagement through this project. The award criteria balance quality and price at a 60/40 ratio, providing an advantage to those who maintain high standards of service quality.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Oliver McGowan Training

Notice Description

The City of York Council is looking to find a training provider to deliver the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disabilities and Autism. The delivery of this training ensures all staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role, as per the guidance in the Code of Practice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e519
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075527-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2028 3-4 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
City of York Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Postcode Area
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE21 York
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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