---
title: "CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF SKILLS FOUNDATION"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cfe2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-21"
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# CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF SKILLS FOUNDATION

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cfe2

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by Durham County Council under the title "Contract for the Provision of Skills Foundation" falls in the industry category of Adult and Other Education Services, located in the UKC14 region of the United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage, with contracts signed on 20th July 2026. The project aims to enhance non-accredited skills such as literacy, numeracy, and digital capabilities, targeting community residents to promote regional economic growth. The procurement method utilised was direct procurement, below threshold and without competition, reflecting a specialised and targeted approach to meeting local needs.

This public procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses within the education and training sectors, particularly those adept in providing adult education and skills development. Companies like Stanley Events Ltd, Sportscape Training Ltd, and North East Dance Community Interest Company, which have secured active contracts, illustrate the diverse business types that can compete in such tenders. These contracts, running from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2027, are ideal for organisations specialising in educational services, community development, and those capable of adapting to potential modifications, with performance-based payment systems offering further strategic growth opportunities.

## Notice

The Adult Skills Programme Skills Foundation focuses on non-accredited skills development, such as numeracy, literacy, digital skills and confidence-building, ensuring residents have the core capabilities needed to succeed. The Adult Skills Programme is focused on ensuring that public investment in skills is targeted effectively, responds to local need and supports the future growth of our regional economy. high quality provision that engages adults into learning, builds confidence and essential skills, and creates accessible pathways into further training, progression and employment. Payment on results and Outcomes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068715-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £172,710 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | GROUNDWORK NORTH EAST; NORTH EAST DANCE COMMUNITY INTEREST; SPORTSCAPE TRAINING; STANLEY EVENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 12:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068715-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068715-2026
  21st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk/
- http://www.northeastdance.com
- http://www.sportscapetraining.com
- https://stanleyevents.co.uk/
- https://www.groundwork.org.uk/north-east-and-cumbria/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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