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Development and Delivery of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Labour Market Partnership Classroom Assistant Academy 2026/2027

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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26 Jun 2026 at 13:45

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has initiated a public procurement process for the development and delivery of their Labour Market Partnership Classroom Assistant Academy for the year 2026/2027. This open tender process, classified under services within the education and training industry, is seeking bids for a project value of £60,000. The procurement process, managed by the Council, falls under the Northern Irish devolved regulations and utilises an open competition below threshold procurement method. Interested parties have until 12:00 pm on 17th July 2026 to submit their proposals, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd August 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2031. The Council is located at 3 Downshire Road, Banbridge, and invites electronic submissions through their specified portal.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in educational services, vocational training, or human resources management consultancy. The potential to provide training and development services within such a supportive and economically vibrant region could lead to long-term business growth and partnerships. Companies with expertise in delivering high-quality education and training programmes would find this opportunity particularly lucrative, given the Council's emphasis on quality (accounting for 90% of the award criteria) over price (10%). This tender aligns with businesses looking to expand their footprint in Northern Ireland's public sector by contributing to a dynamic skills system that supports the local economy and workforce development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Development and Delivery of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Labour Market Partnership Classroom Assistant Academy 2026/2027

Notice Description

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council (ABC or "the Council") is the largest local authority outside Belfast, serving a population of over 217,000 residents. The Borough benefits from a strong and diverse economy, with 9,255 VAT and/or PAYE-registered businesses--an increase of 3.6 percent since 2021, representing the highest growth among all Local Government Districts (LGDs) and accounting for 11.7 percent of all such businesses in Northern Ireland. This thriving economic landscape includes a broad range of enterprises, from innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to globally recognised brands. The Council recognises that a skilled, adaptable, and resilient workforce is essential for driving economic recovery, future growth, and long-term prosperity. Our vision is for the Borough to be a place where every individual can access opportunities and realise their full potential, regardless of background or circumstance. This vision reflects the Council's ongoing commitment to supporting people, families, businesses, and communities to succeed and thrive. To achieve this, ABC Council is actively addressing social and economic barriers to equality and inclusion. We are working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to promote productivity and inclusive growth through targeted investment in skills development, business support, and people-focused initiatives. Our aim is to ensure the Borough is underpinned by a dynamic, responsive skills system--one that meets the evolving needs of both employers and the workforce, and supports sustainable, inclusive economic development.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be64
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060423-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79600000 - Recruitment services

79998000 - Coaching services

80000000 - Education and training services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

80530000 - Vocational training services

80570000 - Personal development 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
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 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
ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANBRIDGE
Postcode
BT32 3JY
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Banbridge West
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

Further Information

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