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ECITB Horizons Scottish Central Belt STEM School Engagement Programme (S2 pupils) Pilot

ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

07 Aug 2026 at 11:30

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

06 Aug 2026 at 14:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

24 Mar 2026 at 12:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is inviting tenders for the design and implementation of the 'ECITB Horizons Scottish Central Belt STEM School Engagement Programme' pilot targeting S2 pupils. The project, open to both single suppliers and consortiums, aims to enhance the engineering construction industry's talent pipeline by engaging young people, educators, and local communities in the industry. Based in the Scottish Central Belt, this programme falls under the education and training services category. The tender process, initiated in August 2026, is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submission on 7th September 2026. The programme, worth £60,000, will commence in January 2027, continuing through July 2029, after a planning stage that included a market engagement in April 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms involved in educational programming, stakeholder engagement, and STEM outreach. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are particularly encouraged to participate. The ECITB's emphasis on quality, which accounts for 80% of the award criteria, means firms that excel in delivering innovative and effective education programmes are well-suited to compete. With electronic submissions allowed, this contract can bolster a company's portfolio by showcasing its commitment to supporting future talent in the engineering sector. Engaging in such tenders supports the development of regional partnerships and could lead to further business opportunities in similar sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ECITB Horizons Scottish Central Belt STEM School Engagement Programme (S2 pupils) Pilot

Notice Description

Scope and Background The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is seeking a delivery partner or consortium to support the design and / or implementation of a regional careers attraction and STEM engagement programme designed to strengthen the future talent pipeline for the Engineering Construction Industry (ECI). The programme aims to increase awareness and understanding of engineering construction careers among young people, educators, and local communities while supporting industry workforce requirements across key industrial regions. The ECITB intends to appoint delivery partner(s) through a competitive tender process to design, coordinate, and deliver regional STEM engagement programmes. Successful providers will be responsible for engaging schools, employers, educators, and local stakeholders to deliver curriculum-aligned activities, facilitate employer involvement, provide teacher development opportunities, and establish effective regional partnerships that maximise programme reach and impact. This opportunity is to appoint a partner to deliver our pilot programme within the Scottish Central Belt for S2 pupils. Submissions can be made by a single supplier or multiple as a consortium. Target Audience The primary target audience for programme delivery shall be pupils aged 13-14 years (S3 / Key Stage 3 equivalent). Secondary audiences shall include: Teachers and educators School careers leaders and careers advisers Local employers and industry representatives Regional STEM networks and partner organisations The Pilot contract will be for an initial term of 2.5 years from january 2027 with delivery from September 2027 across two academic years. About the ECITB The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is the employer-led skills, standards and qualifications body for the development of the engineering construction workforce of Great Britain. An arms-length body of the UK Government, the ECITB reports to the Department for Education. Our vision is a trailblazing Engineering Construction Industry where critical infrastructure, energy security and net zero ambitions are achieved. The ECITB works with employers and training providers to attract, develop and qualify the engineering construction workforce in a wide range of craft, technical and professional disciplines. We invest about PS28 million each year to support skills development within the industry. *** Expression of Interest are required from potential bidders to ensure there involvement in the clarifications/enquiries stage of the tender process. Please email: Procurement@ecitb.org.uk ***

Planning Information

Webinar event at 11:00 on Monday, 20 April 2026. Please register to receive an invite here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/63113604-fdaf-4708-b708-c37dba6a8d5c@8ca5948f-3366-4ce2-97ff-01bd2c6b9a8e

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0672ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075269-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
20 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Jul 2029 2-3 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
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KINGS LANGLEY
Postcode
WD4 8LZ
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Three Rivers
Electoral Ward
Gade Valley
Westminster Constituency
South West Hertfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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