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title: "003.26 NPQ Qualifications linked to Apprenticeships programmes (Operations Manager level 5 and Team Leader level 3) - AWARD"
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# 003.26 NPQ Qualifications linked to Apprenticeships programmes (Operations Manager level 5 and Team Leader level 3) - AWARD

Buyer: TELFORD AND WREKIN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bb41c00-1661-4029-9765-54a474dbe630

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## Summary

The procurement process was handled by Telford and Wrekin Council, focusing on education and training services. The contract, titled "NPQ Qualifications linked to Apprenticeships programmes," has appointed a training provider to deliver qualifications for Operations Managers (level 5) and Team Leaders (level 3), culminating in September 2026. This is part of an apprenticeship programme and involved a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. The award was active as of 31st March 2026, with the contract running from the same date until 31st March 2028. The delivery spans several geographic areas, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories.

The awarded contract presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those experienced with apprenticeship programmes and managerial qualifications. Although Telford and Wrekin Council has opted for a selective procedure, the scope of delivery across different regions encourages participation from established training providers with international reach. The contract does not primarily target SMEs or VCSEs, suggesting it is suited for larger entities or networks such as Best Practice Network, the supplier chosen for this tender. Businesses with comprehensive training capabilities across these regions would be well-positioned to benefit from such engagements.

## Notice

To find a training provider to deliver NPQs as part of an apprenticeship programme by September 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19375cba-f22d-40da-8fb8-7a08d571ce31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | TELFORD AND WREKIN COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHROPSHIRE |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF3 4JA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Malinslee & Dawley Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Telford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEST PRACTICE NETWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 09:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19375cba-f22d-40da-8fb8-7a08d571ce31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19375cba-f22d-40da-8fb8-7a08d571ce31
  31st March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://telford.gov.uk

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