External Training and Workforce Skills Framework

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The East Ayrshire Council has initiated a tender process titled "External Training and Workforce Skills Framework," aimed at procuring services under the general public services category. This active tender, situated in Kilmarnock, falls under the industry category of CPV code 80500000 (Training and Education), and encompasses requirements for both East Ayrshire Works and the Workforce and Future Skills team. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 12th August 2025. The framework will be organised into two lots, covering distinct service needs, and is executed through an open procurement method, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for training providers, particularly those specialising in developing vocational and workforce skills. Companies skilled in providing innovative training solutions will find this procurement a promising prospect, especially given the potential to join an established framework for an extended period. As the framework is under the Light Touch Regime, it remains open to new entrants annually, allowing dynamic market players ample opportunity to enter. Businesses with expertise in bespoke training programmes aligned with workforce development will be particularly well-positioned to compete in this tender.

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External Training and Workforce Skills Framework

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st July 2025 00:00:00 AM

Tender Deadline

12th August 2025 12:00:00 PM 28 days remaining
Contract Summary

This is a re-opening of an existing framework. Current providers need not reapply. Existing providers were notified in March and June of 2024. The Council seek procure a Framework of training providers which will incorporate the requirements of East Ayrshire Works with the needs of the Workforce and Future Skills team. The Framework will be split into two lots with the needs of each individual service.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000803164

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

80500000

CPV Division(s)

80 - Education and training services
Awarding Authority

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Zoe Wilson

Buyer Email

zoe.wilson@east-ayrshire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Headquarters, London Road

Kilmarnock

KA3 7BU

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External Training and Workforce Skills Framework

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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