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title: "Digital inclusion (Lot 1 - Adult Skills)"
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# Digital inclusion (Lot 1 - Adult Skills)

Buyer: CORNWALL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9004775-aa7f-4584-8cc8-a6fca05b63c2

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Cornwall Council concerns the provision of Adult Skills and Skills Bootcamps within England, specifically targeting education and training services. This endeavour commenced planning on 17th December 2024, with engagement due by 31st January 2025, transitioning into the tender stage on 3rd February 2025. The procurement, conducted under the Light Touch Regime, is divided into a Dynamic Purchasing System with three lots: Adult Skills, Free Courses for Jobs, and Skills Bootcamps. Each phase explores different aspects of skill development, ultimately aiming to commence service delivery from August 2025. Notably, a mini-competition process is employed to award contracts. The anticipated contract period extends from mid-2025 through early 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, primarily benefiting SMEs and VCSE organisations capable of providing tailored learning and training services. Businesses involved in adult education, skills enhancement, and bootcamp-style training will find this procurement particularly suited to their expertise. With the potential for reaching diverse sector priorities, including digital skills and green industry training, participating entities can leverage these offerings to access ongoing developmental funding and aid in improving local employment opportunities. The DPS structure allows for periodic windows to vet new participants, ensuring dynamic delivery aligned with the strategic goals of Cornwall Council. Engaging with this system can substantially bolster an organisation's profile and economic standing within the training sector.

## Notice

Mini-competition for Digital inclusion under Lot 1 - Adult Skills of Cornwall Council's Dynamic Purchasing System for Adult Skills and Skills Bootcamps - DN753886

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad25e65-098b-4fe3-b1d9-8e0f6ffc0378 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £475,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £138,928 |
| 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 | CORNWALL COUNCIL |
| Locality | TRURO |
| Post town | Truro |
| Postcode | TR1 3AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | Truro Boscawen & Redannick |
| Westminster constituency | Truro and Falmouth |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 08:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad25e65-098b-4fe3-b1d9-8e0f6ffc0378
- 3 Feb 2025 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/027bff5e-3a84-4d7f-b555-21b1d036e690
- 17 Dec 2024 at 17:55 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f0e5184-8ee8-4dbb-a132-d07c98625125

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad25e65-098b-4fe3-b1d9-8e0f6ffc0378
  26th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/027bff5e-3a84-4d7f-b555-21b1d036e690
  3rd February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f0e5184-8ee8-4dbb-a132-d07c98625125
  17th December 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cornwall.gov.uk

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