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Framework for the Provision of a Range of Soft Skills Development Courses

Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Care Inspectorate)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Apr 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, overseen by Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Care Inspectorate), focuses on awarding a framework for the provision of a variety of soft skills development courses. The award phase commenced on 14 April 2026, following an earlier tender stage that concluded with the selection of a multi-supplier framework. This procurement falls under the social protection industry category and involves services across the UKM region. The framework is set to operate from 13 April 2026 to 12 April 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030. Conducted through an open procedure, the procurement process aims for transparency and inclusivity, enabling participation from diverse businesses, particularly SMEs, vying for these opportunities within the specified framework.

This tender extends significant growth opportunities specifically for SMEs specialising in training and development, particularly those adept in delivering a wide range of soft skills improvement services. Businesses like Elite Training and Consultancy (Scotland) Ltd and AKU Training, among others, have successfully secured positions as suppliers in this framework. The contract value, which spans up to £100,000 under estimated requirements, offers ample scope for emerging and established training consultancies to expand their service offerings and clientele by aligning with governmental objectives for social sector workforce enhancement. The framework thus presents a pathway for specialised training providers to leverage their expertise and expand their market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of a Range of Soft Skills Development Courses

Notice Description

The Care Inspectorate has awarded a multi supplier framework for the provision of a soft skills development programme. Commencing 13 April 2026 till 12 April 2028 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months to 12 April 2030.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Care Inspectorate has awarded a multi supplier framework for the provision of a soft skills development programme. Commencing 13 April 2026 till 12 April 2028 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months to 12 April 2030. The award value is the maximum value of spend across all framework suppliers for the full duration of the framework including optional extension periods. The award value is an estimate based on anticipated requirements over the life of the framework and is not guaranteed.. The award value is the maximum value of spend across all framework suppliers for the full duration of the framework including optional extension periods. The award value is an estimate based on anticipated requirements over the life of the framework and is not guaranteed.

Renewal: Two (2) x Twelve (12) month extension options.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000816979
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553831
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
October 2029

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Care Inspectorate)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4NY
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

AKU Training

Elite Training and Consultancy (Scotland) Ltd

MacMillan Training Partnership Ltd

Salford Professional Development

The People Portfolio

Further Information

Notice Documents

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