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Tender

22 Jul 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Isle of Wight Council is conducting an open procurement process for the delivery of adult skills qualifications, titled "Adults Skills Qualifications - Lots 1-3," under the industry category of education and training services. The procurement stage is currently active, involving the tender process which began on 22nd July 2026, with submissions due by 12th August 2026, and enquiries to be submitted by 3rd August 2026. The project is located in the UK, specifically within the region of UKJ34. The procurement method used is an open competition, below the threshold. The total contract value is estimated at £84,000, and proposals are to be submitted electronically via the ProContract portal.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those capable of offering regulated qualifications through classroom settings, distance learning, and Level 3 courses. Given the emphasis on quality, with 80% of the criteria based on aspects such as recruitment, engagement, and quality assurance, companies with robust educational frameworks and recruitment strategies will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, the suitability for SMEs indicates openings for small to medium enterprises to enhance their growth by securing these contracts, with the potential to impact adult education and skills development on the Isle of Wight significantly.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Adults Skills Qualifications - Lots 1-3

Notice Description

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking a provider to deliver Adults Skills Qualifications to include: LOT 1: ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - CLASSROOM LOT 2: ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - DISTANCE LEARNING LOT 3: ADULT SKILLS FUND TENDER REGULATED QUALIFICATION - LEVEL 3 COURSES FOR JOBS

Lot Information

ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - CLASSROOM

ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - CLASSROOM Regulated qualifications - Classroom based up to PS25,000

ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - DISTANCE LEARNING

ADULT SKILLS FUND REGULATED QUALIFICATION - DISTANCE LEARNING Regulated qualifications - With Distance Learning up to PS25,000

ADULT SKILLS FUND TENDER REGULATED QUALIFICATION - LEVEL 3 FREE COURSES FOR JOBS

ADULT SKILLS FUND TENDER REGULATED QUALIFICATION - LEVEL 3 FREE COURSES FOR JOBS Regulated qualifications - Level 3 Free Courses for Jobs up to PS20,000

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d11c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069279-2026
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
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
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
PO30 1UD
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ34 Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Newport Central
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

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