---
title: "Skills Bootcamps - Introduction to Engineering Industry"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a178"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Skills Bootcamps - Introduction to Engineering Industry

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a178

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## Summary

East Sussex County Council has concluded a procurement process for the delivery of a "Skills Bootcamps - Introduction to Engineering Industry" under a limited competition procurement method. The initiative, which is classified under the education and training services category, originated from a tender aimed at addressing workforce shortages in engineering by enhancing local skills. The project, situated within the UKJ22 region (United Kingdom), specifies key milestones that must be met by 31st March 2027, with final milestone completion required by 30th September 2027. The procurement process was in the award phase as of 22nd May 2026, with the contract already active, starting on 18th May 2026 and concluding on 30th September 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialising in engineering skills development. The contract's structured milestones offer a clear framework for growth and achievement, making it an ideal opportunity for providers experienced in delivering educational programmes that align with high-demand industry requirements. Large-scale organisations, similar to East Sussex College Group who was the successful supplier, can find value in this contract by further establishing their presence within the educational service sector and expanding partnerships with governmental bodies.

## Notice

East Sussex County Council (ESCC) is seeking experienced providers to deliver an Introduction to the Engineering Industry Skills Bootcamp to support the development of local skills and help address workforce shortages within priority sectors. Funding paid against agreed delivery milestones Delivery of Skills Bootcamps and achievement of Milestone 1 and Milestone 2 must be completed by the 31st March 2027. Providers must achieve Milestone 3 within six months after the training has finished and no later than the 30th September 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047980-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EAST SUSSEX COLLEGE GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 13:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047980-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047980-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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