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title: "The Provision of Apprenticeship Training to Soldiers of the British Army though Service Provider Contracts under the Army Apprenticeship Programme Tranche 3."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049658"
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published: "2025-03-12"
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# The Provision of Apprenticeship Training to Soldiers of the British Army though Service Provider Contracts under the Army Apprenticeship Programme Tranche 3.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049658

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the provision of Apprenticeship Training to the Soldiers of the Royal Logistics Corps (RLC) and the Catering Training Wing (CTW) under the Army Apprenticeship Programme (AAP) Tranche 3. The contract covers education and training services and is classified under CPV code 80000000. TQ Education and Training Ltd will deliver this service for a duration of six years, starting on 1st August 2025, with no option periods included. The award was finalised on 11th March 2025, and the contract's total value is £14,531,135.22. The procurement process followed an open procedure, adhering to the procurement law CELEX 32014L0024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those specialising in apprenticeship programmes. Companies with a strong background in delivering structured and well-managed apprenticeship schemes, including effective apprentice management and engagement, would find this contract enticing. Large-scale providers who can ensure quality assurance, continuous improvement, and robust governance are best suited to compete for similar future tenders, thereby aiding in their business growth by expanding their portfolio within the public sector, specifically in government-related defence education projects.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of a supplier to deliver Apprenticeships to Service Personnel of The Royal Logistics Corps (RLC) and The Catering Training Wing combined contract (RLC/CTW). The Army Apprenticeship Programme (AAP) delivers apprenticeship training to Soldiers of the British Army. The Authority is seeking Service Providers to support delivery of the apprenticeship to the RLC and RLC/CTW. The Contract duration will be 6 years from 01 August 2025 (Subject to continued provision of apprenticeship levy or Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) funding). There will be no Option Periods.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for the provision of a supplier to deliver Apprenticeships to Service Personnel of The Royal Logistics Corps (RLC) and The Catering Training Wing combined contract (RLC/CTW). The Army Apprenticeship Programme (AAP) delivers apprenticeship training to Soldiers of the British Army. The Authority is seeking Service Providers to support delivery of the apprenticeship to the RLC and RLC/CTW. The Contract duration will be 6 years from 01 August 2025 (Subject to continued provision of apprenticeship levy or Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) funding). There will be no Option Periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008924-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £23,241,041 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,531,135 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TQ EDUCATION AND TRAINING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2025 at 11:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008924-2025
- 29 Aug 2024 at 12:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027577-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk
- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58659

## Provenance

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