---
title: "Learner Finds"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065e71"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP"
published: "2026-02-27"
---

# Learner Finds

Buyer: UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065e71

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## Summary

The University Centre Somerset College Group is inviting tenders for the recruitment of 19+ learners for distanced learning courses under the project titled "Learner Finds." This procurement, classified as a public undertaking, falls within the advertising, marketing, and recruitment services industry category. Located in Somerset, United Kingdom, the tender is currently in the active stage, with an enquiry period ending on 20th March 2026, followed by the tender period concluding on 2nd April 2026. It employs an open procurement method, encouraging wide participation. Interested parties should register via MultiQuote to access submission details electronically.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing and recruitment services aiming to expand their reach and portfolio. With a contract value of £2,080,000, there is significant scope for growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The suitability criteria support participation from diverse business types, allowing competitors to leverage both price and quality elements in the award process. The contract period spans from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028, with potential renewals, offering extended engagement potential for successful bidders.

## Notice

Learner Finds - Recruitment of 19+ Learners for Distanced Learning Courses

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017979-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,733,333 |
| Lots value | £1,733,333 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP |
| Locality | SOMERSET |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA6 4PZ |
| 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 | Bridgwater North & Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bridgwater |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 79342100 - Direct marketing services
- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 14:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017979-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017979-2026
  27th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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