---
title: "DfE funded skills training HGVPathway B"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a191"
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# DfE funded skills training HGVPathway B

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a191

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## Summary

Somerset Council, a sub-central public authority in the UK, has concluded a procurement process titled "DfE funded skills training HGVPathway B". This tender falls under the industry category of services, focusing on adult and other education services as well as training services. Located in Taunton, the procurement reached the contract award stage, with the contract being awarded to LGS Transport on 30th April 2025. The procurement method was direct, without competition, as the value was below the threshold. The service contract, active from 31st May 2025 to 31st March 2026, is valued at £84,000, offering educational training opportunities specifically related to HGV pathways, funded by the Department for Education.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in training and education services, particularly those experienced in transport sector training. It is especially suited for large enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive services in the specified region of UKK2, United Kingdom. This contract represents a chance to contribute to skill development in the logistics industry, aligning with workforce expansion efforts and industry growth facilitated through government-backed initiatives. Businesses with a strong track record in similar educational services would benefit from competing for such contracts, enhancing their portfolio and sector expertise.

## Notice

DfE funded User choice contract HGV pathway B cohort 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059471-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £84,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LGS TRANSPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2025 at 06:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059471-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059471-2025
  25th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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