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Planning

12 Jun 2026 at 16:02

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for an "Apprenticeship Platform." This tender involves services in the software package and information systems sector, focusing on educational software and software implementation services, suitable for SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise) participation. The procurement is located in the South West of England, specifically in Plymouth, Devon (region UKK41). A key date for interested parties is the scheduled engagement milestone due by 30th June 2026. This engagement is part of a broader initiative to manage complex apprenticeship programmes, which encompass recruitment, learning delivery, compliance monitoring, and employer engagement, expected to commence on 1st October 2026 and end on 30th September 2028, with an estimated contract value of £120,000 GBP.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those offering solutions for educational management systems, software consultancy, and implementation services. The invitation to participate in this tender offers growth possibilities, enabling companies to collaborate with a prominent educational institution like the University of Plymouth. Companies with expertise in handling complex learner management systems, compliance tracking and reporting to government bodies will find this opportunity highly suitable. This engagement could lead to a strategic partnership, enhancing an organisation's portfolio and expertise in delivering comprehensive software solutions tailored to educational sectors.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Apprenticeship Platform

Notice Description

The University delivers a portfolio of apprenticeship programmes across multiple subject areas and employer partners. These programmes require the management of a complex learner journey including recruitment, onboarding, delivery of learning, monitoring of Off-the-Job training, compliance monitoring, employer engagement, and reporting to the DWP.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106394&TID=100111497&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b478
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055918-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH, DEVON
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK41 Plymouth

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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