Tender

YAS 02 2025_26 C1 Driver Training Framework

YORKSHIRE AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 15:35

Planning

29 Jan 2026 at 15:31

Planning

31 Dec 2025 at 14:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust is actively seeking multiple suppliers for a framework agreement under the tender titled "YAS 02 2025_26 C1 Driver Training Framework." This procurement is within the education and training services industry category and is intended to cover various regions in England, catering primarily to emergency and urgent situations. Businesses interested in this tender should note that it is in the tender stage with a submission deadline set for 23 February 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement process follows an open procedure with an estimated gross value of £2.4 million. It is crucial for potential suppliers to register on the Central Digital Platform and the Atamis e-procurement system as part of the submission requirements. The contracting period will last from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2030, allowing for expanded involvement throughout the duration.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in education and driver training services, particularly those with experience in emergency response training. Given the framework's regional scope and its applicability to several ambulance trusts in England, businesses that can provide scalable and flexible training solutions are well-positioned to benefit significantly. The framework agreement supports both new and established suppliers, making it ideal for SMEs looking to expand into public sector contracts. Additionally, given the contract's long-term nature, successful bidders will have the potential to cement their relationships with key stakeholders in the public health sector over an extended period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

YAS 02 2025_26 C1 Driver Training Framework

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking multiple suppliers to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of C1 Driver Training instruction. C1 driver training is predominantly required for Emergency & Urgent provision, where those employed may not hold this qualification by acquired rights or by an actual qualification. The framework will cover various regions in England and will be accessed by named Ambulance Trusts in England. Suppliers are reminded if they wish to participate in the tender they must register on the Central Digital Platform and on the e-procurement system - Atamis.

Planning Information

Completed

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fe95
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008152-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 4-5 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
YORKSHIRE AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
yas.procurment@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 8EE
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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