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03 Jul 2026 at 09:08

Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 14:00

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01 Jul 2026 at 13:59

Planning

01 Jul 2026 at 12:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust, located in Wakefield, is currently seeking proposals for the development of an Apprenticeship Management System (AMS) to replace and enhance its existing ILR management system. This procurement falls under the category of education and training services and follows an open procedure method. As of 3rd July 2026, the tender is in the active procurement stage, with submissions due by 4th August 2026 at 12:00 BST. The total estimated contract value is £750,000, and the service is set to commence on 1st April 2027, lasting until 31st March 2031, with the possibility of renewal.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for IT and software development firms, particularly those specialising in educational technology solutions. Businesses with capabilities in system compliance and integration, ensuring alignment with Department for Education (DfE), Skills England, and Ofsted standards, would be well-suited for this contract. The emphasis on technical quality and commercial viability in the award criteria suggests providers should demonstrate both innovative technical solutions and competitive pricing. The long-term nature of the contract also allows businesses to establish a lasting relationship with a public authority in the central government sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

YAS 47 2026_27 Apprenticeship Management System

Notice Description

Apprenticeship Management System (AMS) to replace the current ILR management system, for use alongside the existing qualification portfolio. The system will cover the apprenticeship enrolment, compliance and documentation requirements in line with the DfE, Skills England and Ofsted expectations.

Planning Information

Engagement carried to dicuss what options were available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c119
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062574-2026
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
Open procedure
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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 8EE
Postcode Area
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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