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title: "Provision of Apprenticeship Training and Assessment Framework"
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# Provision of Apprenticeship Training and Assessment Framework

Buyer: CUMBERLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebffeb71-f768-4384-ae38-cc3a599f3ec2

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## Summary

Cumberland Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Apprenticeship Training and Assessment Framework". This contract, valued at £15,000,000, falls under the vocational training services category (CPV 80530000) and will be executed in England, United Kingdom. An open procurement method was employed, resulting in the award status being marked as complete. The contract is set for a period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2029, following the award date of 18th March 2025. The procurement process was initiated with a tender published on 18th December 2024, and the tender period concluded on 24th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, offering a chance to engage in the delivery of apprenticeship training and assessments across the region. Businesses specialising in vocational training services, particularly those with a focus on skill development, would find this contract advantageous for growth. The collaborative initiative by Cumberland Council to fill local skills gaps promises a sustainable business environment for service providers, ensuring long-term engagement and potential extensions based on the contract's initial 4-year term with a possibility of a 2-year renewal. Organisations with experience in educational frameworks and inclusive recruitment strategies are especially well-suited to compete in this initiative.

## Notice

Cumberland Council is committed to investing in apprenticeships as a vital pathway for empowering residents and fostering economic growth. By offering accessible opportunities, we aim to enhance skills, promote career development, and create a skilled workforce that supports the health, wellbeing, and resilience of our communities. Our apprenticeship initiatives play a key role in addressing local skills gaps and ensuring all residents can contribute to and benefit from a thriving local economy. Our workforce planning strategy focuses on developing a skilled, inclusive workforce through apprenticeships and career pathways. By prioritising inclusive recruitment and collaborating with local educational institutions, we aim to fill skill gaps and meet future service delivery needs. Through mentorship, career development opportunities, and a focus on retention, we are building a sustainable pipeline of talent to support the Council's long-term goals. Our values of ambition, collaboration, compassion, innovation, and empowerment guide this work, ensuring that apprenticeships are integral to the Council's transformation and success.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5212c4a2-7dc7-48ed-8369-42e58c69879e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000,000 |
| 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 | CUMBERLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| 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 | 36 |
| Supplier names | ACCOUNTANCY LEARNING; APPRENTICE TEAM; BALTIC TRAINING SERVICES; BEST PRACTICE NETWORK; BLACKBURN COLLEGE; BUCKINGHAMSHIRE NEW UNIVERSITY; CAPTIVA LEARNING; CIPS; COGNITION EDUCATION; DOVE NEST GROUP; EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT; ELIESHA TRAINING; FUEL LEARNING; GEN II ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY TRAINING; GINGER NUT TRAINING; INSTEP; IODA; JTL; KENDAL COLLEGE; KINGDOM ACADEMY; LDN APPRENTICESHIPS; LEARNING CURVE GROUP; LET ME PLAY; LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP; LIFT SCHOOLS; MARR; MEDIPRO TRAINING; NORTHERN CARE TRAINING; QA; RIPLEY ITT; SYSTEM PEOPLE (CARLISLE; THE CORPORATION OF NCG; THE GROWTH; UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE; UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA; WORKFORCE TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80530000 - Vocational training services

## Release History

- 2 May 2025 at 12:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5212c4a2-7dc7-48ed-8369-42e58c69879e
- 18 Dec 2024 at 17:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abea7b43-28e7-4157-9127-97cbe6e50b6c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5212c4a2-7dc7-48ed-8369-42e58c69879e
  2nd May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abea7b43-28e7-4157-9127-97cbe6e50b6c
  18th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=34610874-35bd-ef11-8133-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/

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