---
title: "Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-07"
---

# Re-opening of the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA)

Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1.json)

## Summary

The South Ayrshire Council has completed the process to re-open the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA). This procurement process focused on training programme services under the CPV code 80521000 and was structured as a re-opening of an existing framework. It aimed to supplement the agreement with new, qualified service providers in the region identified as UKM94. This contract was awarded on 1st September 2025, following an open procurement procedure. It aligns with the 'Social and Other Specific Services' category under Scotland's Public Contracts Regulations 2015, adopting a flexible 'Light Touch Regime' approach.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for training providers and third-sector organisations looking to expand their service delivery in South Ayrshire. With the inclusion of new entrants into the framework, it provides a promising avenue for both SMEs and established providers focusing on person-centred training programmes that promote employability. Organisations with expertise in delivering holistic training solutions and those capable of engaging diverse candidate populations stand to benefit significantly. The framework is designed to enable new suppliers to enter and offer their services, fostering competition and innovation in the regional training market.

## Notice

South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment. The previously advertised Flexible Framework Agreement, which commenced on 26th November 2025, allows for re-opening to new Service Providers / Training Providers. The scope of the Flexible Framework falls within the 'Social and Other Specific Services' category and is subject to the procurement regimes set out under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. As such, this "Light Touch Regime" allows a flexible approach which will permit New Entrants to submit tender offers for inclusion of Services on the FFA. In accordance with its terms, the FFA is now being re-opened for New Entrants to be admitted under the same requirements as the original tender exercise and as noted herein. If you are a Service Provider / Training Provider who is already appointed to the Flexible Framework Agreement, you are NOT required to resubmit to remain on the FFA.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

South Ayrshire Council are re-opening the South Ayrshire Local Employability Partnership (SALEP) Trusted Partner Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) and are seeking submissions from suitably qualified and experienced training providers, the third sector and other organisations to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement to deliver all-age, person-centred programme of support to those looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to progress to meaningful, sustainable employment. The previously advertised Flexible Framework Agreement, which commenced on 26th November 2025, allows for re-opening to new Service Providers / Training Providers. The scope of the Flexible Framework falls within the 'Social and Other Specific Services' category and is subject to the procurement regimes set out under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. As such, this "Light Touch Regime" allows a flexible approach which will permit New Entrants to submit tender offers for inclusion of Services on the FFA. In accordance with its terms, the FFA is now being re-opened for New Entrants to be admitted under the same requirements as the original tender exercise and as noted herein. If you are a Service Provider / Training Provider who is already appointed to the Flexible Framework Agreement, you are NOT required to resubmit to remain on the FFA.

Renewal: Yes - further notices for any future generation of this Flexible Framework Agreement are expected to be published circa September 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062804-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Yes – further notices for any future generation of this Flexible Framework Agreement are expected to be published circa September 2027. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £280,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Ayr West |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | AYRSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY; CEIS AYRSHIRE; HSC FUTURES; IMPACT ARTS; KO-NEKT (CHILDCARE; VERG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80500000 - Training services
- 80521000 - Training programme services
- 80570000 - Personal development training services

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2025 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062804-2025
- 1 May 2025 at 07:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018230-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797623
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00405
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050ae1.json.