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title: "Skills Bootcamps"
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# Skills Bootcamps

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6faf4609-ab84-413b-bc04-c80db5bbf9b7

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## Summary

The recent procurement process conducted by Essex County Council focused on the provision of Skills Bootcamps, an initiative under the education and training services category, identified by CPV code 80000000. This project aims to address local economic demands by delivering Skills Bootcamps throughout Essex, including Thurrock and Southend. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The award stage has been completed as of 30th September 2025, with the contract running from 16th September 2025 through to 30th September 2026. The value of the contract is £1,300,096.56, and the programme is accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) across the East of England.

This contract offers various opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs skilled in education and training services to contribute to regional skill development and economic growth. With a focus on responsive local delivery, businesses well-suited for this opportunity are those with a robust capability in implementing educational programmes tailored to meet specific skill shortages in the region. Participation in such initiatives can enhance an organisation's portfolio, generate revenue, and foster stronger community ties, positioning them favourably for future tenders. With multiple suppliers, including AKG (UK) Learning and AKR Growth ventures ltd involved, this procurement exemplifies a collaborative approach to skills development.

## Notice

This is the procurement of the provision of Skills Bootcamps. The College delivery partner must adhere to the reporting requirements for ECC and DfE to secure funding. This programme will allow Essex providers to respond to the demands of the local economy, via delivery of specific Skills Bootcamps. It covers all sectors identified by Essex's LSIP and covers the County, as well as Thurrock and Southend.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fba7bcb-27cf-4c3d-a32b-a3f7ec913dff |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,300,096 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,300,096 |
| 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 | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | AKG (UK) LEARNING; AKR GROWTH VENTURES; ELITE GUARDING UK LTD TRADING AS TROJAN SECURITY; HOUSE BUILDER XL; JUST IT TRAINING; KBM TRAINING & RECRUITMENT; KEIR TRAINING & RECRUITMENT; MASTERED STUDIOS; SPECIALIST TRADE COURSES LTD TRADING AS THE STC GROUP; THE INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fba7bcb-27cf-4c3d-a32b-a3f7ec913dff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fba7bcb-27cf-4c3d-a32b-a3f7ec913dff
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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