---
title: "Pilot for Trial Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06baeb"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06baeb.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL-"
published: "2026-06-23"
---

# Pilot for Trial Services

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL-  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06baeb

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## Summary

The tender process, issued by Gloucestershire County Council, is currently in the active stage and involves an open procurement method for the "Pilot for Trial Services." The primary industry category is education and training services, and the process is aimed at services procurement. The procurement is above the threshold with a total estimated contract value of £240,000, exclusive of VAT. The procurement covers the UK region, specifically in Gloucester. Interested businesses must submit their proposals by 31st July 2026, with the awarding phase concluding on 22nd August 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 4th January 2027 and end on 1st April 2027. Proposals are evaluated on the basis of 80% quality and 20% price.

The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing educational and training services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have high suitability for participation, thanks to the buyer's consideration for SME-friendly terms. The procurement strategy encourages competitive submissions, especially for those focusing on innovation and quality in service delivery. The open procedure ensures fair competition and transparency, providing a platform for businesses to expand their governmental contract portfolios, thus potentially enhancing their market reputation and fostering company growth within the public sector. Business entities that can proficiently meet educational service demands are well-suited to vie for this contract.

## Notice

Pilot for Trial Services - DF - this text needs to be updated before publishing the notice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058905-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 1 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | £240,000 |
| 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 | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL- |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 23 Jun 2026 at 11:09 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058905-2026
- 23 Jun 2026 at 10:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058889-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058905-2026
  23rd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058889-2026
  23rd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://eu.mu.ariba.com/uav/project/?token=59a03dea-c219-4f61-96bf-e8f1e8e6d48b

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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