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title: "SCC0166VA"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ca4dabe7-9bb7-4c55-8c6e-f25656dbe5b6"
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source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-13"
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# SCC0166VA

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca4dabe7-9bb7-4c55-8c6e-f25656dbe5b6

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council has concluded a procurement process for apprenticeship training services under the contract title SCC0166VA. This contract falls within the vocational training services industry category, identified by CPV code 80530000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, resulting in an active award to BPP Professional Education Limited. This process has now reached the award stage, with the contract commencing on 11th May 2026 and concluding on 18th December 2026. The services will be provided in Ipswich, England, with a contract value of £190,000. Interested parties were expected to adhere to a tender period that concluded on 10th May 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs particularly involved in vocational training, as the selection criteria suit smaller and non-profit organisations. The contract offers a significant opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their services within the public sector with a focus on vocational training programmes. With Suffolk County Council actively seeking collaborative partners, businesses that specialise in comprehensive and effective training solutions will find this contract conducive to their growth and strategic goals. The award to a large supplier like BPP highlights the demand for expertise and quality in educational services, suggesting that businesses with similar capabilities may position themselves favourably for future engagements.

## Notice

Suffolk County Council has awarded apprenticeship training services to BPP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/556d0911-c10b-46b1-b17f-a1e44d2d2389 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £190,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £190,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80530000 - Vocational training services

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 14:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/556d0911-c10b-46b1-b17f-a1e44d2d2389

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/556d0911-c10b-46b1-b17f-a1e44d2d2389
  13th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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