---
title: "Provision of SolidWorks Training courses"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0653a9"
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published: "2026-02-13"
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# Provision of SolidWorks Training courses

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0653a9

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has initiated a tender process for the provision of SolidWorks training courses, aligning with their training and personnel services requirements. The process, identified under the OCDS ID "ocds-h6vhtk-0653a9", falls under the industry category of personnel-training services and is situated in Salisbury, United Kingdom. This open procurement process is scheduled with an enquiry period ending on 26th February 2026 and submission deadline closing on 6th March 2026 at 17:00 GMT. Interested suppliers are required to submit their proposals via the Defence Sourcing Portal, ensuring compliance with all registration and security criteria outlined.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in training services, especially those with capabilities in SolidWorks instruction. Ideal candidates will be well-versed in providing technical training and have experience in service delivery to governmental organisations. Successful participation in this tender will not only enable businesses to establish or expand their presence within government contracts but also secure a potential three-year engagement with an optional one-year extension. Businesses focusing on value for money and possessing strong cybersecurity and digital platform registration credentials will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for sustainable growth.

## Notice

A contract for the provision of Solidworks training courses for DSTL Staff.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: X1 optional 12 month extension. Prcing to be submitted along with submission of price for 3 year contract duration.

Renewal: X1 optional extension to be taken up if further training is required for DSTL employees beyond the 3 year contract duration.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013317-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79632000 - Personnel-training services

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 11:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013317-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013317-2026
  13th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/ogc-host/public/mod/web/login.html?VISITORID=82aab0fd-eb65-4c33-8cea-09c92009e126&_ncp=1717411693158.58752-1
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-science-and-technology-laborator
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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