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title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships for Aberdeenshire Council"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824822"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-26"
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# Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships for Aberdeenshire Council

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824822

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## Summary

Aberdeenshire Council is conducting a procurement process for the "Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships". The tender, currently in the active procurement stage, focuses on general public services within the region UKM50. This initiative seeks to acquire services through a selective method, specifically employing a restricted procedure. Key dates for business participation include a tender period ending on 30th March 2026, with electronic submissions expected via Public Tenders Scotland. The tender covers three lots: Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships, Level 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeships, and additional related projects. More details can be accessed through Aberdeenshire Council's procurement contact points.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in educational apprenticeships and training services. Companies experienced in delivering educational programmes that align with foundation apprenticeship qualifications will find this tender beneficial for expanding their operations in the Aberdeenshire region. Suitable businesses may include training providers capable of delivering Level 4, 5, and 6 apprenticeships or entities involved in educational projects. With the procurement offering up to three lots per supplier, qualified bidders have the potential to strengthen their market presence and contribute to local community benefits. For businesses that meet the required standards, competing in this procurement process could result in long-term contractual engagements spanning 1800 days for each lot.

## Notice

Dynamic Purchasing System (PDS)for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships for Aberdeenshire Council. The DPS is divided into the following lots: Lot 1 Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships Lot 2 Level 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeships Lot 3 Any other related projects

### Lot Information

Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships

Lot 1 - Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships.. See documentation for further information.

Level 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeships

Lot 2 - Level 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeships

Any other related projects

Lot 3 - Any other related projects

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550508 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80200000 - Secondary education services
- 80212000 - Vocational secondary education services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550508

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550508
  Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships for Aberdeenshire Council - Dynamic Purchasing System (PDS)for the Provision of Foundation Apprenticeships for Aberdeenshire Council. The DPS is divided into the following lots: Lot 1 Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships Lot 2 Level 4 and 5 Foundation Apprenticeships Lot 3 Any other related projects

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824822
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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