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title: "Apprenticeships for Local Authority Staff"
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# Apprenticeships for Local Authority Staff

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90dbdda6-1a56-43a9-9f57-9b1211fdde60

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## Summary

The West Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process titled "Apprenticeships for Local Authority Staff" within the staff training services industry category. This tender involves the delivery of various apprenticeships, including Team Leader/Supervisor, Operations or Departmental Manager, Property Maintenance Operative, and Business Administrator roles. The contract, awarded to BEDFORD COLLEGE SERVICES LTD, commenced on 22nd September 2024 and will run until 22nd September 2027, with a contract value of £99,000. The procurement used the "Other - Waiver" method, and the tender period ended on 20th September 2024. The procurement is based in Northampton, NN1 1ED.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the educational and training services sector, particularly those specialising in vocational training and apprenticeships. SMEs and VCSEs would find this tender particularly well-suited due to the contract’s suitability criteria. Participation in such tenders can help businesses expand their portfolio, establish long-term relationships with local government bodies, and enhance their reputation in delivering quality training services. The structured and strategic nature of long-term apprenticeships also ensures a sustainable business growth opportunity.

## Notice

Delivery of Team Leader/Supervisor, Operations or departmental manager, Property maintenance operative and Business Administrator apprenticeships to WNC staff

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06efe5e5-cf69-4749-a637-0e5e81bb2724 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Waiver |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2024 - 22 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,000 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEDFORD COLLEGE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80511000 - Staff training services

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2024 at 09:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06efe5e5-cf69-4749-a637-0e5e81bb2724

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06efe5e5-cf69-4749-a637-0e5e81bb2724
  18th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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