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title: "Linux System Fundamentals Training Course x 1 Candidate - AWARD"
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# Linux System Fundamentals Training Course x 1 Candidate - AWARD

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-806158a1-0415-4eb4-8ecb-d1a2e311b16f

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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, located in the West Midlands, has completed the procurement process for a Linux System Fundamentals training course for one candidate, which has been awarded to QA Limited. The tender, classified under the industry category of "Miscellaneous software package and computer systems" (CPV code 48900000), was conducted using a restricted procedure, a selective procurement method. The contract period is slated to commence on 21st October 2025 and conclude on 22nd October 2025. The procurement stage is at the 'Award' phase, with the award officially published on 20th October 2025.

This tender provides opportunities for training providers specialising in IT and software systems to engage with public sector organisations, thereby broadening their business scope. While the contract was not open to SME or VCSE suppliers, businesses capable of delivering IT training services are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. Expanding into government contracts can enhance a provider's portfolio, building credibility and expanding market reach. Such opportunities are particularly beneficial for established training providers like QA Limited that can meet the specific educational needs of public sector clients.

## Notice

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wishes to procure Linux System Fundamentals training course therefore is now inviting QA Ltd training provider to submit a quotation for the course. Linux System Fundamentals

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab766c-2c72-4821-8a76-eda082bfb991 |
| 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 | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,050 |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2025 at 12:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab766c-2c72-4821-8a76-eda082bfb991
- 20 Oct 2025 at 12:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab766c-2c72-4821-8a76-eda082bfb991

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bab766c-2c72-4821-8a76-eda082bfb991
  20th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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