Tender

BHCC First Aid Training Provider

BRIGHTON AND HOVE CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

Brighton and Hove City Council has initiated a tender for a "First Aid Training Provider" focused on delivering training services to their employees and associated organisations. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and employs an open competition method. The services required fall under the industry category of first-aid training, specifically CPV code 80562000. Interested parties should be prepared to offer both online and in-person training within Brighton & Hove. Notable dates include the enquiry period ending on 10th December 2025 and the tender submission deadline on 18th December 2025, with the contract period commencing on 1st April 2026. The total contract value stands at £150,000, potentially reaching £180,000 with extensions contingent on the supplier meeting key performance indicators and service standards.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in educational services, particularly those with capabilities in online and in-person training delivery. By engaging in this procurement, businesses could expand their reach within the Brighton & Hove region. The criteria for award are weighted towards price (50%), quality (45%), and social value (5%), encouraging competitive pricing and innovative training solutions. Companies that can provide high-quality training and satisfy service standards may benefit from potential contract renewals, making it an attractive proposition for businesses eager to establish or enhance their presence in the public sector training market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BHCC First Aid Training Provider

Notice Description

Brighton & Hove City Council is seeking training providers to deliver the following open and bespoke courses to Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) employees and staff working for independent social care and partner organisations. Training courses will take place both online and at various suitable venues across Brighton & Hove.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: If supplier meets KPI's & service standards extensions may be granted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea43
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077729-2025
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

80562000 - First-aid training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
BRIGHTON AND HOVE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emma Knight
Contact Email
emma.knight@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HOVE
Postcode
BN3 3BQ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Central Hove
Westminster Constituency
Hove and Portslade

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