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03 Aug 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

Leeds City Council is seeking a qualified provider for the "Provision of Driver Certificate of Professional Competence Training." This procurement, operating under the services category, is being conducted through an open competition with below-threshold standards. Located at Civic Hall, Calverley Street, Leeds, this procurement is currently at the tender stage. Key deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 17th August 2026 and a tender submission deadline on 24th August 2026. The successful bidder will deliver Driver CPC training to ensure compliance with regulations, starting from 1st October 2026 for a contract value of £115,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with capabilities in technical training and seminars. Companies that can offer high-quality training at competitive prices stand a strong chance of securing this contract. Additionally, organisations with registered training venues and expertise in fleet vehicle operation would be well-positioned to meet the council's requirements. With a focus on compliance and safety, this contract presents a valuable opportunity for growth in the training sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Provision of Driver Certificate of Professional Competence Training

Notice Description

The Council requires a qualified Provider to deliver periodic Driver CPC training to ensure compliance with Driver CPC regulations and support safe, efficient vehicle operation across the fleet. The external contractor is to organise and arrange for the delivery of training within their own registered training venue.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073289-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80522000 - Training seminars

80531200 - Technical training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 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
LEEDS CITY 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
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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