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title: "OAS Phase 2 Apprentice Training Provision"
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# OAS Phase 2 Apprentice Training Provision

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a477cfe4-e260-46c4-baf6-4735aa996a02

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is inviting tenders for the "OAS Phase 2 Apprentice Training Provision," which aims to establish a centre of excellence for training engineering apprentices across various levels. This tender is classified under the education and training services sector and is set to take place in the South East of England. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 26 September 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 30 October 2017 and extend until 31 August 2029. This project utilises an open procurement method to encourage a wide range of participants.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialising in apprenticeship programmes and engineering training. Companies that focus on developing training systems or have experience partnering with educational institutions will find this procurement particularly relevant. The initiative aims to address the skills gap in Oxfordshire, making it ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) eager to expand their service offerings in this high-demand area.

## Notice

Please refer to OJEU Notice 2017/S 116-233497 UKAEA are looking to collaborate with a partner organisation to establish a centre of excellence for training engineering apprentices at intermediate, advanced and higher levels. This collaborative approach will be achieved by a governance structure, including a steering group comprising of Training Provider employees and UKAEA employees. The training centre, OAS, will build upon the success of award-winning, established training schemes at UKAEA, and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), who rely on a supply of highly qualified engineers to meet their business needs within the high-growth engineering sector. OAS aim is to deliver high quality apprenticeships to produce highly qualified, work ready and relevantly skilled technicians at a scale that will address the skills gap in Oxfordshire and the surrounding area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f17ed6e2-a59b-4ac1-989d-f34b646667e9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2017 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2017 at 10:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f17ed6e2-a59b-4ac1-989d-f34b646667e9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f17ed6e2-a59b-4ac1-989d-f34b646667e9
  12th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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