This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

22 Jul 2026 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

Castles and Coasts Housing Association is initiating an open tender process for a multi-supplier framework agreement, targeting appropriately qualified training providers. The tender, titled "C&C Training Requirement", is categorised under personnel-training services and is based in Carlisle, Cumbria. The procurement is focused on the delivery of Level 4 and Level 5 housing-related qualifications to comply with competence and conduct standards. The active procurement process has a submission deadline of 21st August 2026 at 11:00 (UTC), with a contract period from 1st October 2026 to 1st October 2029. The estimated contract value is £150,000, with gross value totaling £180,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in training services within the housing sector, particularly those capable of providing advanced qualifications. By participating in this open competition, training providers have the chance to secure a place in a framework agreement with Castles and Coasts Housing Association, enabling them to offer training services on an as-needed basis, potentially leading to further engagement with the housing authority. Firms with experience in public authority contracts and a strong electronic submission capability are well-suited to compete in this process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C&C Training Requirement

Notice Description

Castles & Coasts Housing Association (CCHA) is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement with appropriately qualified training providers to deliver Level 4 and Level 5 housing-related qualifications. These qualifications are required to ensure compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's competence and conduct standards, ensuring that relevant staff possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours to perform their roles effectively. The framework will enable CCHA to commission training provision on an as-needed basis, without any guarantee of work or minimum volume to individual suppliers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d126
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069300-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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


CPV Codes

79632000 - Personnel-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
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2029 3-4 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
CASTLES AND COASTS HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE, CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA3 8TT
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d126-2026-07-22T15:48:31+01:00",
    "date": "2026-07-22T15:48:31+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d126",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-RS007617",
            "name": "Castles and Coasts Housing Association",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "RS007617"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "5 Paternoster Row,",
                "locality": "Carlisle, Cumbria",
                "postalCode": "CA3 8TT",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKD12"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Mr Ugo Ashamole",
                "email": "ugo.ashamole@castlesandcoasts.co.uk",
                "telephone": "+44 7741894545"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.castlesandcoasts.co.uk",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-COH-RS007617",
        "name": "Castles and Coasts Housing Association"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "CCHA- 0316",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "C&C Training Requirement",
        "description": "Castles & Coasts Housing Association (CCHA) is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement with appropriately qualified training providers to deliver Level 4 and Level 5 housing-related qualifications. These qualifications are required to ensure compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's competence and conduct standards, ensuring that relevant staff possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours to perform their roles effectively. The framework will enable CCHA to commission training provision on an as-needed basis, without any guarantee of work or minimum volume to individual suppliers.",
        "status": "active",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "79632000",
                        "description": "Personnel-training services"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 180000,
            "amount": 150000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - open competition",
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "aboveThreshold": false,
        "submissionMethodDetails": "Electronic Address for Document Access and Receipt of Bids: https://procontract.due-north.com/",
        "submissionTerms": {
            "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed"
        },
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-08-21T11:00:00Z"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amountGross": 180000,
                    "amount": 150000,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-10-01T00:00:00+01:00",
                    "endDate": "2029-10-01T23:59:59+01:00"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "description": "Please see ITT documentation for details"
                }
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "069300-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069300-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-07-22T15:48:31+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ]
    },
    "language": "en"
}