Tender

Safeguarding Learning and Development Activities

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL

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12 Feb 2026 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Isle of Wight Council is inviting suppliers to tender for the provision of safeguarding learning and development activities, focusing on both adult and children's safeguarding courses. This open competition aims to deliver a comprehensive programme of in-person and virtual courses for internal and external workforce training, supporting statutory duties and promoting welfare across various staff levels. The procurement process involves two active lots, divided into adult and children's courses, with a contract period scheduled from 6th April 2026 to 5th April 2028, with potential renewals extending up to 5th April 2030. Interested suppliers should note the tender submission deadline of 12th March 2026 and the final enquiry date on 3rd March 2026, with submissions required through the Pro Contract portal.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those experienced in delivering safeguarding courses. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a background in community, social, and personal services will find this contract favourable due to its open competition nature. The contract value is notable, with a gross amount of £144,000 available across two lots, providing substantial incentive for growth potential. Businesses that align with the quality criteria, which include course delivery, quality, and social value, may leverage their expertise to meet the high standards set by the Isle of Wight Council, enhancing their profile and expanding their market presence within the region UKJ34.

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Notice Title

Safeguarding Learning and Development Activities

Notice Description

The Isle of Wight Council seeks delivery of safeguarding learning and development activities for the workforce, both internal and external. The supplier will provide a comprehensive programme of courses, delivered both in-person and virtually, to support statutory duties and promote welfare across all staff levels. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 - Adult Safeguarding Courses Lot 2 - Childrens Safeguarding Courses For full details of the specification requirements can be found in Lot 1 - Specification Lot 1 and Lot 2 - Specification Lot 2.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Adult Safeguarding Courses

For full details of the specification, requirements can be found in: Lot 1 - Specification Lot 1

Renewal: Initial term of 24 months then 2 x extension provisions at 12m each at the sole discretion of the Authority

Lot 2 - Children's Safeguarding Courses

For full details of the specification, requirements can be found in: Lot 2 - Specification Lot 2

Renewal: Initial term 24 months can be extended by up to a further 24 months in 12m sections at the sole discretion of the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064f22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013453-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lucy Chandler
Contact Email
lucy.chandler@iow.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1983821000

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
PO30 1UD
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)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ34 Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Newport Central
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

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