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title: "Access to blended HE learning platform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066303"
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# Access to blended HE learning platform

Buyer: BRADFORD COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066303

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## Summary

Bradford College has completed the procurement process for a blended Higher Education learning platform. This tender falls under the services category, specifically e-learning services, and aims to enhance educational experiences, streamline administrative tasks, ensure compliance, and provide flexible study options for learners. The contract, awarded to Ascentis, is valued at £32,000 (gross value £38,400 GBP) and spans from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2028, with potential renewal options extending up to August 2030. Located in Bradford, United Kingdom, Bradford College operates as a public authority within the sub-central government segment. Key features of the new platform include high-quality interactive content, effective assessment processes, and personalised learning pathways, all delivered through a web-based application.

The tender was conducted using a below-threshold procurement method and is targeted towards small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in creating engaging and interactive online education platforms. Businesses skilled in e-learning services and educational technology solutions stand to benefit from such opportunities, primarily in providing platforms that enhance learner engagement and streamline educational processes. This contract not only supports business growth for suppliers like Ascentis, but it also encourages innovation in education, opening doors for SMEs specialising in digital educational tools and services. The collaborative and accessible environment fostered by the platform presents lucrative prospects for businesses aiming to expand in the educational services sector.

## Notice

Bradford College seeks a robust, flexible, and engaging learning platform to support Access to Higher Education Diplomas through a blended learning approach. The system is intended to enhance the learning experience, improve administrative efficiency, support regulatory compliance, and provide learners with flexible study options and enhance progress tracking. The key features can be summarised as: * Delivering high-quality, interactive online and blended learning content. * Facilitating effective assessment, feedback, and internal/external quality assurance processes. * Supporting self-regulated learning and providing personalised learning pathways. * Enabling efficient management and reporting of learner progress and achievement. * Providing a collaborative and accessible learning environment for all users. To be supplied via a web-based application

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019910-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRADFORD COLLEGE |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD7 1AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASCENTIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80420000 - E-learning services

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 13:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019910-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019910-2026
  5th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12908

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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