Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA)

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Tender

09 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

South Ayrshire Council has reopened the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement to support individuals seeking to enhance their skills for sustainable employment. This procurement, classified under general public services, is situated in Ayr, UKM94, and was completed with an open procedure, concluding with the award on 28th July 2026 for a contract valued at £280,000. Key industry classifications include CPV codes 80500000, 80521000, and 80570000, indicating a focus on training and education services. The tender was part of a broader framework agreement under the EU-OJ scheme, with additional processes anticipated around September 2027.

This framework offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in training services, the third sector, or organisations capable of delivering all-age, person-centred support programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as Crystal Pathways Ltd, The Salvation Army Trustee Company, and Stevie Mills Training Limited, were successful in securing positions, demonstrating that diverse and innovative service providers have the potential to benefit. The emphasis on quality and broad community benefits signifies a robust platform for enterprises aiming to contribute positively to social outcomes, while also expanding their own capacity and market reach.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA)

Notice Description

South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment.

Renewal: further notices for any future generation of this Flexible Framework Agreement are expected to be published circa September 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829018
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561262
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

80000000 - Education and training services

80500000 - Training services

80521000 - Training programme services

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
further notices for any future generation of this Flexible Framework Agreement are expected to be published circa September 2027

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA7 1DR
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Ayr West
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CRYSTAL PATHWAYS

SALVATION ARMY TRUSTEE COMPANY(THE

STEVIE MILLS TRAINING

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553538
    Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) - South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561262
    Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) - South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment.

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