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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Provision for Driver Training Courses" was carried out by Forth Valley College, located in Falkirk. This process falls under the education industry category and took place in the UKM76 region. The procurement utilised an open procedure for selecting a contractor to provide driver training courses, specifically for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) classes 1 and 2, ADR, and CPC courses. Initially tendered on 15 May 2025, the tender status was active until the award was completed, with the contract then signed on 9 July 2025. The awarded supplier for this contract is GTG Training Ltd, with an active contract valued at £42,340 GBP.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in driver training services, particularly those experienced in HGV, ADR, and CPC certifications. Companies within the education and transport sectors, especially small and medium-sized enterprises with a track record in delivering similar training services, would find this tender an excellent opportunity to expand their service offerings and client base. With Forth Valley College seeking comprehensive training solutions meeting specific industry standards, businesses capable of fulfilling these requirements will find this a promising avenue for growth. The open procedure procurement method ensured fair access for capable service providers, enhancing competitive potential for eligible firms.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PROVISON FOR DRIVER TRAINING COURSES

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking a Contractor to provide driver training courses for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) class 1 and 2, European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR), and Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority is seeking a Contractor to provide driver training courses for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) class 1 and 2, European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR), and Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).

Renewal: Two optional 12 month extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000798983
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536190
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80411000 - Driving-school services

80411100 - Driving-test services

80411200 - Driving lessons

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,340 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Forth Valley College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FALKIRK
Postcode
FK2 9AD
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM12 Falkirk
Delivery Location
TLM76 Falkirk

Local Authority
Falkirk
Electoral Ward
Falkirk North
Westminster Constituency
Falkirk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GTG Training Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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