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title: "Contract for the Machine Learning Engineer Level 6 (ST1398) Apprenticeship call off contract, to South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit"
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# Contract for the Machine Learning Engineer Level 6 (ST1398) Apprenticeship call off contract, to South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4423fa3b-8dbb-421a-937e-081b8d086591

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## Summary

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has concluded the tendering process for the Machine Learning Engineer Level 6 (ST1398) Apprenticeship, awarding the contract to Cambridge Spark Limited. This procurement, initiated through a Direct Award via the YPO Framework 1086 for Apprenticeships and Associated Training, is valued at £22,000. The contract will take effect from 1 November 2025 until 31 October 2027, covering regions such as the East Midlands, East of England, London, and the South West in the United Kingdom. The process, classified under education and training services, has moved to the Award stage.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in education and training services, especially those with expertise in digital and data skills development. Companies looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector can find valuable growth potential by aligning their services with such apprenticeship frameworks. Engaging in similar tenders can facilitate access to a broader market, enhancing brand recognition and fostering collaboration with public organisations like the NHS SCW. Businesses that focus on advanced technical training and apprenticeships are particularly well-suited to compete in this arena.

## Notice

NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) has awarded a contract for the Machine Learning Engineer Level 6 (ST1398) Apprenticeship to Cambridge Spark Limited. This requirement has been procured via Direct Award via YPO Framework for the provision of Apprenticeships and Associated Training (reference 1086).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33713371-4dd9-4119-95e2-0d7c6bcc8a01 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO50 5PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Eastleigh |
| Electoral ward | Eastleigh Central |
| Westminster constituency | Eastleigh |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England), TLI London, TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAMBRIDGE SPARKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2025 at 08:07 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33713371-4dd9-4119-95e2-0d7c6bcc8a01
- 14 Aug 2025 at 10:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33713371-4dd9-4119-95e2-0d7c6bcc8a01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33713371-4dd9-4119-95e2-0d7c6bcc8a01
  21st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7b59e104-4f94-4e9c-9bc5-086783fd1e4f

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.scwcsu.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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