--- title: "Solent Skills Bootcamp Framework - Lots 19-21" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058351" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058351" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058351.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058351.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-07" --- # Solent Skills Bootcamp Framework - Lots 19-21 Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058351 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058351) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058351.json) ## Summary Portsmouth City Council is seeking qualified training providers to join the Skills Bootcamp Framework for lots 19 to 21, focusing on areas such as construction and welding. This procurement opportunity is within the education and training services sector and operates under an open procedure. The tender, titled "Solent Skills Bootcamp Framework - Lots 19-21," aims to address local skills shortages identified in the Solent region. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with key dates including the tender period ending on 15 August 2025 and the awards expected by 31 August 2025. The courses are expected to be delivered across the mainland and the Isle of Wight, with a contract start date of 8 September 2025. Participating in this tender provides significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations specialising in educational and vocational training services, including SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) entities. Successful bidders will contribute to upskilling and reskilling initiatives within priority sectors, such as construction and welding, outlined in the Solent Local Skills Improvement Plan. The framework encourages collaborations and consortium bids, which can enhance contract value and productivity. With a budget ceiling of £480,000 for this phase, there is ample opportunity for financial growth while contributing to regional development goals. ## Notice Portsmouth City Council is reopening the Skills Bootcamp Framework for the purposes of including Lots 19-21 This is an opportunity to deliver Skills Bootcamp training across the Solent as part of a series of skills interventions under the Skills for Life Programme. The Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced training providers to develop in partnership with employers, and deliver Skills Bootcamps at Level 2 to level 5 in: Construction 1 - Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). We would like this Bootcamp to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). We would also expect Traffic Marshall/Banksman Training, Manual Handling, Training to support these individuals to engage with Construction Agencies and also work within the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme. Construction 2 - Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). We would like this Bootcamp to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). We would also like a focus on multi- skilled roles including: * Basic carpentry and joinery skills * Basic Plumbing Skills * Painting and Wallpapering Skills * Wall and Floor Tiling Skills * With possible progression onto an Apprenticeship. Welding - Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). This bootcamp is to focus on upskilling and reskilling individuals to enter a Welding role and could include: * Health & Safety, MCQ test, CAD + hand fitting project * Intro to welding - tools, setup, basic techniques * Welding defects & testing, continued development * Advanced positions, understanding WPS & test prep * Weld test practice under simulated test conditions * Weld coding test * MMA/TIG/MIG/MAG There is currently a maximum of 3 lots available to apply for. These are based on the regional priority sectors and local skills shortages identified through the Solent Local Skills Improvement plan. Our intention is for the light touch framework to remain flexible so that in addition to the local priorities and lots identified we can also meet the ongoing demands from businesses across the Solent. Courses can be delivered face-to-face, classroom style, face online or a mixture. Priority will be given to suppliers that can deliver across the mainland and on the Isle of Wight, therefore we encourage partnerships and collaborations to do this. Suppliers are encouraged to apply for more than one lot, offering greater value for money and increased productivity across the total contract, therefore we would encourage collaborations or partnership/consortia applications. A budget ceiling of PS480,000 (excluding VAT) is set for the 3 Lots in this phase of Wave 6 work. This will include all costs associated with the specified work. Values given under each Lot are the potential values over the lifetime of the Framework, subject to additional funding, however no guarantee can be made in respect of the accuracy of this estimate or any guarantee of future spend via the Framework. ### Lot Information Construction 1 Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). We would like this Bootcamp to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). We would also expect Traffic Marshall/Banksman Training, Manual Handling, Training to support these individuals to engage with Construction Agencies and also work within the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme. Construction 2 Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). We would like this Bootcamp to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). We would also like a focus on multi- skilled roles including: * Basic carpentry and joinery skills * Basic Plumbing Skills * Painting and Wallpapering Skills * Wall and Floor Tiling Skills * With possible progression onto an Apprenticeship. Welding Minimum of 60 GLH up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). This bootcamp is to focus on upskilling and reskilling individuals to enter a Welding role and could include: * Health & Safety, MCQ test, CAD + hand fitting project * Intro to welding - tools, setup, basic techniques * Welding defects & testing, continued development * Advanced positions, understanding WPS & test prep * Weld test practice under simulated test conditions * Weld coding test * MMA/TIG/MIG/MAG ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046899-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Sep 2025 - 19 Jun 2033 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,840,000 | | Lots value | £3,840,000 | | 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 | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 2AL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 7 Aug 2025 at 12:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046899-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046899-2025 7th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/home - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/homeSuppliersshouldnotethatthisisforLots19-21ONLY - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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