Planning

BLC0307 - National Framework for Police Initial Entry Routes

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

24 Apr 2026 at 14:50

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

01 Apr 2026 at 14:38

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently at the planning stage for the "BLC0307 - National Framework for Police Initial Entry Routes" tender, managed by BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED, a sub-central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This tender is part of the education and training services industry category and entails the establishment of a framework agreement for Police Constable Entry Routes covering programmes like the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) and Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP). Key dates include an upcoming market engagement session on 30th April 2026 and a future notice expected by 1st July 2026. The contract period is set to start from 2nd January 2027 and will end by 1st January 2035.

This tender could be a valuable opportunity for businesses in the education and training sector, specifically those capable of delivering police initial entry routes and associated courses. The procurement method involves a framework agreement, opening avenues for suppliers to secure long-term contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, allowing them to expand their footprint in public sector services. Engaging in this tender can lead to business growth by establishing connections within the UK policing community and contributing to the development of future police officers through structured education programmes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BLC0307 - National Framework for Police Initial Entry Routes

Notice Description

Framework for Police Constable Entry Routes including PCDA and DHEP and other associated courses

Planning Information

The event is scheduled for 11:30am on 30th April 2026 via Teams - Please register on https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home , go to "Tenders" search key word BLC0307 to find the opportunity, ensure you register to the BlueLight Commercial portal to access additional information about the event and to register for the session.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037716-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£249,999,999 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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