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Arden University Apprentice Programme

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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06 Feb 2026 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by National Highways Limited focused on the "Arden University Apprentice Programme," categorized under Specialist Training Services in the services industry. This contract aims to enhance employee skills and build talent through apprenticeships, aligning with broader business goals. Located in Birmingham, the buying organisation falls under the public authority of the central government. The procurement method used was direct, without competition, due to its being below the threshold, and it falls under the light touch regime. The contract stage reached completion, with the award being active from 15th January 2026 to 28th June 2030, carrying a gross value of £44,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for educational institutions and training providers, especially those involved in specialist training services, to contribute to skill development initiatives. Businesses that can offer tailored apprenticeship programmes and demonstrate effectiveness in employee development would be well-suited to engage in similar future contracts. Although this particular tender was awarded directly without competition, understanding such requirements can position businesses to anticipate and prepare for potential direct partnership opportunities with public sector entities like National Highways Limited.

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Notice Title

Arden University Apprentice Programme

Notice Description

Continuation to develop employees using the apprenticeship levy and to continue to build early talent pipelines through hiring apprentices. Both support having the right people with the right skills in the business in order to meet wider business objectives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a7e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011111-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 28 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
0300 123 5000

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARDEN UNIVERSITY

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