---
title: "Data and IT Apprenticeships"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055301"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055301.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-25"
---

# Data and IT Apprenticeships

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055301

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council is inviting tenders for providing data and IT apprenticeships for its employed staff and locally maintained schools. The opportunity, titled "Data and IT Apprenticeships", falls under the services category, specifically training services, in the UK region UKF24. The procurement is currently at the tender stage and employs an open competition method below the threshold with a "light touch" regime. Potential bidders are required to be listed on the Apprenticeship Providers and Assessment Register with a minimum Ofsted rating of 'Good'. Submissions must be made electronically, with the deadline for RFQ responses set for 23rd July 2025, while the enquiry period ends on 9th July 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that offer quality apprenticeship schemes, particularly those with a robust background in IT and data training. Companies fulfilling the necessary eligibility criteria can leverage this contract for growth by establishing long-term relationships with public authorities, given the value of £480,000 and potential contract renewals. Small and medium-sized enterprises with proven capabilities in education services and a focus on IT and data training are well-suited to compete. The contract period extends from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2028, with an optional 12-month extension, ensuring enduring engagement for successful bidders.

## Notice

West Northants Council (WNC) invites tenders for the provision of Data Apprenticeships and IT Apprenticeships for its employed staff and locally maintained schools, as outlined in the Request for Quotation (RFQ). This opportunity is restricted to organisations listed on the Apprenticeship Providers and Assessment Register (APAR) as main providers, with an Ofsted rating of 'Good' or 'Outstanding', and offering quality apprenticeship provision as defined by Skills England

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034910-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £480,000 |
| Lots value | £480,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2025 at 08:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034910-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034910-2025
  25th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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