---
title: "Oliver McGowan Training"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e519"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CITY OF YORK COUNCIL"
published: "2025-11-20"
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# Oliver McGowan Training

Buyer: CITY OF YORK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e519

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## Summary

The City of York Council has initiated an active tender for the "Oliver McGowan Training" project, seeking a provider to deliver mandatory training on learning disabilities and autism. The procurement process follows an open competition below the threshold, specifically targeting the services category. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 3rd December 2025, with the enquiry period concluding on 28th November 2025. The training will be implemented across the United Kingdom, particularly in the UKE21 region. The contract period is slated to start on 19th December 2025, running until 18th December 2028, with potential renewal for an additional year.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in special education services, particularly those that align with the CPV code 80340000. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the suitability criteria outlined. With a contract value of £84,000 (gross amount £100,800), businesses with expertise in delivering training compliant with Public Sector requirements can see substantial growth and engagement through this project. The award criteria balance quality and price at a 60/40 ratio, providing an advantage to those who maintain high standards of service quality.

## Notice

The City of York Council is looking to find a training provider to deliver the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disabilities and Autism. The delivery of this training ensures all staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role, as per the guidance in the Code of Practice.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075527-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,000 |
| Lots value | £84,000 |
| 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 | CITY OF YORK COUNCIL |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLE21 York |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2025 at 10:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075527-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075527-2025
  20th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://yortender.eu-supply.com

## Provenance

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