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title: "Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000785869"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
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# Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000785869

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is actively seeking providers for a Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement. This procurement process, classified under general public services, focuses on delivering Modern Apprenticeships and Health and Social Care Qualifications across Edinburgh, located within region UKM75. The process follows an open procurement method, allowing for electronic submissions until 23rd June 2025. The contract, valued at £780,224, aims to commence in August 2025 and spans a four-year duration with no provisions for extension. Key dates include the submission deadline and award period both beginning on 23rd June 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for training providers and institutes specialising in vocational training and qualifications. The scope includes a diverse range of programmes like Technical Apprenticeships in Social Services, Business Management, and various trades, making it ideal for educational bodies experienced in these areas. Businesses with strong expertise in delivering SCQF-accredited qualifications and those capable of adapting to changes in the framework structure will find it beneficial to engage with this opportunity. Moreover, with its emphasis on growth areas like digital marketing and regulatory services, the contract encourages the participation of dynamic and innovative training organisations looking to expand their portfolio and impact in public sector training.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council (the "Council") has contracted for the provision of various Modern Apprenticeships and Health and Social Care Qualifications The Council appointed a number of Training Providers on the Professional Qualifications Framework.

### Lot Information

Various Modern Apprenticeships

Various Modern Apprenticeship Qualifications including: SCQF 9 Social Services and Healthcare Technical Apprenticeship SCQF 9 Social Services (Children and Young People) Technical Apprenticeship SCQF 5 Business and Administration Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Business and Administration Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 8 Business and Administration Technical Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Procurement Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 7 Management Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 9 Management Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 5 Facilities Services Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Housing Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Digital Marketing Modern Apprenticeship. This is a Contract Award Notice.

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional relevant Qualifications or associated services during the lifetime of the framework agreement. These Qualifications or services will be awarded using a Mini-competition against the most suitable Lot.

Trade and Construction Modern Apprenticeships

Trade and Construction Modern Apprenticeships including: SCQF 5 Horticulture Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Horticulture Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Gas Engineering Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 5 Rural Skills Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Rural Skills Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 7 Rural Skills Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 7 Regulatory Services Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 7 Automotive (Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs) Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Painting and Decorating Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Plastering Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 6 Carpentry and Joinery Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 7 Plumbing and Heating Modern Apprenticeship SCQF 5 Construction: Civil Engineering (Roadbuilding and Maintenance) Modern Apprenticeship. This is a Contract Award Notice.

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional relevant Qualifications or associated services during the lifetime of the framework agreement. These Qualifications or services will be awarded using a Mini-competition against the most suitable Lot.

Various Scottish Vocational Qualifications

Various Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) including: SCQF 6 GH5Y 22 SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 7 GH60 23: SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 9 GH61 24: SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF 7 GH5W 23: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF 9 GH5X 24 SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF 9 GM27 24: SVQ Management SCQF 10 GJ9V 24: SVQ Care Services Leadership and Management (Units H7LG 04 SCDLMCA1 and SCDLMCB1 only). This is a Contract Award Notice.

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional relevant Qualifications or associated services during the lifetime of the framework agreement. These Qualifications or services will be awarded using a Mini-competition against the most suitable Lot.

Higher National Certificate Social Services

This Lot covers the Higher National Certificate Social Services (GK89 15) SCQF level 7.. This is a Contract Award Notice.

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional relevant Qualifications or associated services during the lifetime of the framework agreement. These Qualifications or services will be awarded using a Mini-competition against the most suitable Lot.

Professional Development Award Health and Social Care Supervision

This Lot covers the Professional Development Award (PDA) Health and Social Care Supervision (G9AM 47) SCQF 7.. This is a Contract Award Notice.

Options: The Council reserves the right to add additional relevant Qualifications or associated services during the lifetime of the framework agreement. These Qualifications or services will be awarded using a Mini-competition against the most suitable Lot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542834 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2025 |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Early 2029 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £780,224 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £780,224 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | BORDERS COLLEGE; CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE; DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COLLEGE; EDINBURGH COLLEGE; FIFE COLLEGE; GENIUS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS; REWARDS TRAINING RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY; WEST LOTHIAN COLLEGE - MAIN CONTACT FOR QQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542834
- 23 May 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531018
- 18 Dec 2024 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC520517

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC520517&idx=1
  18th December 2024 - CT1534 Survey
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC520517
  Professional Qualification Framework Agreement - The purpose of this notice is to inform the market of the intention of the City of Edinburgh Council (the "Council") to establish a new Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement. The Council's aim is to appoint a number of Service Providers to deliver various Modern Apprenticeships and Health and Social Care Qualifications. It is expected that the new Framework shall operate from May 2025 for a period of four years with no option to extend. The structure of this Framework is still under review, and current Lots are subject to change. Service Providers who may be interested in tendering for this opportunity are encouraged to note interest via Public Contracts Scotland. It is anticipated that publication of the Contract Notice will be January/February2025. Please could interested parties submit a response to the Council's Survey by Wednesday 8th of January 2025 to the email address provided. Please note that the purpose of this PIN is to engage with potential Service Providers and all information contained within this PIN may be subject to change.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531018
  Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement - The City of Edinburgh Council (the "Council") requires a Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement. The Council's aim is to appoint a number of Training Providers to deliver various Modern Apprenticeships and Health and Social Care Qualifications. It is expected that the new Framework Agreement shall operate from August 2025 for a period of four years with no option to extend.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542834
  Professional Qualifications Framework Agreement - The City of Edinburgh Council (the "Council") has contracted for the provision of various Modern Apprenticeships and Health and Social Care Qualifications The Council appointed a number of Training Providers on the Professional Qualifications Framework.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000785869

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