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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has initiated a tender process for their "External Training and Workforce Skills Framework". The framework, which operates within the industry category of general public services with a focus on training services, is intended to fulfil the needs of East Ayrshire Works in conjunction with the Workforce and Future Skills team. Located in Kilmarnock, UK (Region UKM93), the Council is seeking to procure services split into two specific lots: External Training and Workforce Skills. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing new entrants to this already established framework, which will be in effect until the approximate conclusion in September 2027. Interested parties should note the submission deadline of 7th September 2026 by 12:00 PM and can submit electronically via the provided portal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the training sector, particularly those offering services under various CPV codes related to education and training. Suppliers with expertise in delivering structured training programmes that align with workforce and skills development will find this framework particularly rewarding. Due to the open nature of the framework under the Light Touch Regime, it welcomes diverse training providers, including those new to public sector work, enabling them to engage with public agencies and expand their operational reach. Additionally, businesses that can adapt to the evolving needs of public services will gain considerable advantage through participation in this long-term framework engagement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

External Training and Workforce Skills Framework

Notice Description

This is a re-opening of an existing framework. Current providers need not reapply. Existing providers were notified in March and June of 2024 or November 2025. 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.

Lot Information

External Training

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 are detailed within the Lot descriptions below This framework will be an open framework under the parameters of Light Touch Regime and will be open to new entrants up to once per annum.

Workforce Skills

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 are detailed within the Lot descriptions below This will be an open framework under the parameters of the Light Touch Regime and be open to new entrants once per annum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839145
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561510
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80520000 - Training facilities

80521000 - Training programme services

80530000 - Vocational training services

80531000 - Industrial and technical training services

80533000 - Computer-user familiarisation and training services

80533100 - Computer training services

80540000 - Environmental training services

80550000 - Safety training services

80560000 - Health and first-aid training services

80562000 - First-aid training services

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561510
    External Training and Workforce Skills Framework - This is a re-opening of an existing framework. Current providers need not reapply. Existing providers were notified in March and June of 2024 or November 2025. 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.

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