Award

Library, information and archive services assistant L3

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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Award

15 Dec 2025 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement contract, initiated by Portsmouth City Council, involves the provision of apprenticeship services for Library, Information, and Archive Services Assistant level 3. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically addressing library and archive services. The contract was awarded to LET ME PLAY LIMITED, a UK-based SME, on 11th July 2025, with an active status commencing on 17th July 2025 and concluding on 16th October 2027. The contract, valued at £30,000, is set within the UKJ31 region, and the procurement was conducted via a below-threshold method. The procurement process is complete, and the award status is active as of 15th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the library and archive services sector, particularly those providing apprenticeship training and support. SMEs with capabilities in educational and support services would find this contract beneficial for expanding their business portfolio. The completion of this contract by LET ME PLAY LIMITED highlights the potential for smaller enterprises to secure government contracts and demonstrates the Council's commitment to fostering partnerships with sub-central public authorities. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions and demonstrate proficiency in the specified domain may find future procurement from Portsmouth City Council advantageous for growth and partnership development.

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Notice Title

Library, information and archive services assistant L3

Notice Description

Apprenticeship for Library, information and archive services assistant L3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f57e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082806-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92510000 - Library and archive services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2025 - 16 Oct 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2AL
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LET ME PLAY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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