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title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers"
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# Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers

Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809217

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## Summary

Dumfries and Galloway College has awarded a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers to deliver courses across several categories such as Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, and Management, among others. The procurement process involved an open procedure for services in the education sector and has reached the award and contract stages as of 17 March 2026. The agreement encompasses in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications, and online learning resources with a scheduled procurement term until potentially 4 January 2028. Activities are centred around Dumfries and Stranraer, with proposed locations within these regions. This recent award marks the next step after the tender process began on 4 September 2025, with submissions closing on 24 October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and educational services, notably small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as demonstrated by the involvement of various SME suppliers like Tickety Boo Training and Genesis OHS Ltd in the awards. With options to expand service offerings within the framework and a potential value reaching £729,000, enterprises focusing on sectors such as Health and Safety, Management, and Facility Services can leverage this to advance their market presence and capabilities. The inclusion of varied lots provides flexibility for businesses to adapt their training programs and strategically grow their service portfolio, thereby capitalising on anticipated demand and procurement cycle extensions.

## Notice

Dumfries and Galloway College is seeking contractors for a Framework for the Provision of Associate Trainers. This will include the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources.

### Lot Information

Construction

This lot is for the Provision of Construction related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Site Supervisors Safety Training Course - Site Management Safety Training Course - Multiskilling courses The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Renewables / Sustainability

This lot is for the Provision of Renewables/Sustainability related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - BPEC Solar PV (SCQF Level 6) - BPEC Electrical Energy Storage System (SCQF Level 6) - C & G 2921-34 Level 3 Award in the Design and Installation of Domestic and Small commercial Electric Vehicle Charging installations (SCQF Level 5) - C & G 2921-33 Level 3 Award in Installation and Maintenance of Large-Scale Electric Vehicle Charging installations (SCQF Level 5) The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Electrical

This lot is for the Provision of Electrical related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - C & G 2377-77 Level 3 Award in the In-service Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment (SCQF Level 6) - C & G 2391-52 Initial & Periodic Electrical Inspection & Testing (SCQF Level 6) - C & G 2382-22 18th Edition Wiring regulations (SCQF Level 6) The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Digital

This lot is for the Provision of Digital related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - EXCEL - Beginners - EXCEL - Intermediate - EXCEL - Advanced - AI for Business - Digital Marketing - Introduction to Power BI The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Employability

This lot is for the Provision of Employability related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Building Own Employability Skills - Preparation for Employment - Responsibilities of Employment The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Food Hygiene

This lot is for the Provision of Food Hygiene related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - REHIS Advanced Food Hygiene (SCQF Level 8) - REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene (SCQF Level 7) - REHIS Advanced HACCP (SCQF Level 8) - REHIS Intermediate Certificate in HACCP for food manufacturing (SCQF Level 7) The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Human Resource

This lot is for the Provision of Human Resource related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice - SQA Planning and Delivering Training Sessions to Groups (SCQF Level 6). The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Accounting

This lot is for the Provision of Accounting related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - AAT Foundation Certificate (SCQF Level 5) - AAT Diploma in Accounting - AAT Level 2 Certificate in Book keeping The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Engineering

This lot is for the Provision of Engineering related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Diploma in Engineering (SCQF Level 7) - SVQ Fabrication & Welding (SCQF Level 6) The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Highers

This lot is for the Provision of Higher and related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Higher English - Higher Languages - Maths Application of Maths The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Facility Services

This lot is for the Provision of Facility Services related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - SVQ Facility Services - SVQ Facility Management - SVQ Warehousing The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Management

This lot is for the Provision of Management related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Prince 2 - Prince 2 Agile - Agile PM - CMI Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Mgmt - CMI Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Management & Leadership - Management Workshops The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Online Learning Resources

This lot is for the Provision of Online Learning Resources Courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - Introduction to Domestic Retrofit - Introduction to renewable technologies - Transitioning to Net Zero - Environmental sustainability for Managers - Introduction to Airtightness and ventilation - Introduction to Insulation and Building Treatments - Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning - Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing - Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration - Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care - Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care - Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection - Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of mental Health Problems The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

Health and Safety

This lot is for the Provision of Health and Safety related courses including but not limited to the following sub-categories: - NEBOSH General Certificate (SCQF Level 6) - IOSH Managing Safely (SCQF Level 5) - REHIS Elementary H & S (SCQF Level 5) - Highfield Award in the Principles of Fire Safety Level 2 (SCQF Level 6) - Manual Handling - COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) - Legionella and Legionnaires Disease Awareness - Risk Assessment - Construction Design and Management Regulations - Door Supervisors The Framework Agreement overall includes the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources. Delivery methods for this lot are stated in the Invitation to Tender. The Framework Agreement shall evolve with related sub-category courses under the overarching lot developed and/or added to the appropriate lot as required.

Options: Tenderers must meet the minimum specification of courses required as stated in the Invitation to Tender however can offer additional course options over and above these at the point of tender and throughout the agreement. Acceptance of these additional courses onto the Framework Agreement is at the College's discretion.

Renewal: The initial period is for 24 months with the option to extend by 2 x 12 month periods. Overall duration is potentially 48 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551915 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Potentially will be retendered at end of initial term at 4 January 2028 or after 1 or 2 of the 12 month extension periods. Any notice will be published approximately 4 months in advance. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £729,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £453,236 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COLLEGE |
| Locality | DUMFRIES |
| Post town | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Postcode | DG1 4FD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |
| Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Electoral ward | Nith |
| Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | GENESIS OHS; GENIUS PEOPLE; KNOWLEDGE TRAIN; LIGHTHOUSE BUSINESS CONSULTANTS; MERGED EDUCATION; PERTH INNOVATION; THE SKILLS NETWORK; TICKETY BOO TRAINING; TIDAL GLOBAL; ZILPANY LIMITED T/A ALTHRIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80300000 - Higher education services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551915
- 4 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538529

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538529
  Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers - Dumfries and Galloway College is seeking contractors for a Framework for the Provision of Associate Trainers. This will include the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551915
  Framework Agreement for the Provision of Associate Trainers - Dumfries and Galloway College is seeking contractors for a Framework for the Provision of Associate Trainers. This will include the delivery of in-person and online classroom delivery, work-based learning qualifications and the provision of some online learning resources.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dumgal.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809217
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/dumfries-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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