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title: "L3 Outdoor Activity Instructor"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-30"
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# L3 Outdoor Activity Instructor

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cfbeb99-f964-4536-b155-fe5aaf99ac85

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "L3 Outdoor Activity Instructor," classified under education and training services. This tender specifically focused on hiring skilled instructors for outdoor activities with four apprentices involved. Located in Winchester, England, the contract's award was active from 10 March 2026 and entailed a contract period from 11 March to 11 December 2026. The procurement method used was a call-off from a framework agreement, within a selective process, and the contract value was £24,000. The tender period ended on 10 March 2026, indicating that this was in the award stage by the end of March 2026.

This tender represents an attractive opportunity for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialising in outdoor activities. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to consider contracts like this for growth opportunities, bolstered by the focus on apprenticeships and skill development. Skern Lodge Limited has been the awarded supplier, demonstrating the viability for well-established organisations to secure contracts with local councils by providing tailored solutions that meet public sector needs. This procurement encourages service providers to explore and engage with selective and framework agreement-based contracts, offering potential paths for expansion and strengthening presence in regional markets.

## Notice

Outdoor Activity Instructor, 4 apprentices

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e947329c-be75-4a27-b5e0-ce5aa77ebcae |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Mar 2026 - 11 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,000 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8ZB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SKERN LODGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e947329c-be75-4a27-b5e0-ce5aa77ebcae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e947329c-be75-4a27-b5e0-ce5aa77ebcae
  30th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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