Education & training in Scotland
Public sector contract notices in education & training covering Scotland, from Find a Tender.
Education & training notices in Scotland
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Provision of Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Scientific Advisory Services, HAZMAT / Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Training
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service wants providers for 24/7 scientific advisory response on hazardous materials incidents across Scotland, plus accredited HAZMAT and Detection/Identification/Monitoring training for specialist officers.
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EDC/2023/3939 Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Childminders)(Reopening February 2026)
East Dunbartonshire Council is establishing a flexible framework for the provision of early learning and childcare services by childminders. The framework reopens for new applications in February 2026.
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Early Learning and Childcare Flexible Framework (Nurseries)(Reopening February 2026)
East Dunbartonshire Council is opening a framework for nurseries to deliver early learning and childcare services. Provision is to begin in February 2026.
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DLEARN-Provision of Standardised Assessment & Reporting Platform & Related Services
The Scottish Government is seeking a supplier to provide and operate a national online platform for standardised assessments in literacy and numeracy for children. The service includes the platform itself, assessment tools, and related support services.
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DLEARN-Provision of Standardised Assessment & Reporting Platform & Related Services
Scottish Government wants an online platform for national standardised assessments in literacy and numeracy for children, including ongoing provision and related services. The contract runs for several years and is worth £23 million.
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NAC/5206 Provision of Health & Safety Training Courses Framework
North Ayrshire Council wants suppliers to deliver mandatory health and safety training to their staff across three lots: IOSH, IOSH Construction, and general Health & Safety courses. Delivery will be at NAC premises in North Ayrshire over four years.
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Data Analytics Level 4
The Ministry of Defence is procuring delivery of a Level 4 Data Analytics apprenticeship with a focus on project delivery. The contract is worth £4.5m.
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Flexible Framework Agreement for Education & Social Support Services (Children & Families)
Dundee City Council is establishing a flexible framework agreement for education and social support services for children and families. Services may include school provision, care establishments, and family support.
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Delivery of Castle Science Learning Outreach Programme
Historic Environment Scotland wants a science centre to deliver heritage-focused science shows and outreach programmes to schools across Scotland. The contractor will run shows at their own venue and travel to deliver programmes in targeted locations.
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Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 2
South Lanarkshire Council is establishing a flexible framework (Procured Service Arrangement) to appoint multiple providers for employability services. The framework has broad scope and will remain open throughout its lifetime, with providers assessed in phases.
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DJUST-Domestic Homicide and Suicide Reviews Training
Scottish Government needs to develop, deliver and evaluate training modules on Domestic Homicide and Suicide Reviews (DHSRs) for professionals and family members involved in the review process. The training should improve knowledge and skills across the range of stakeholders in Scotland.
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Employability Flexible Framework
Stirling and Clackmannanshire Councils are establishing a flexible framework for employability support services across three lots. This is open to new providers and existing framework members applying to additional lots.
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CC14538 - Early Learning and Childcare - Re-opening of Framework CC13109
West Lothian Council is reopening their framework for early learning and childcare services to new suppliers. This is an opportunity to join an existing framework agreement.
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C002143 - Delivery of training in Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale – 2nd edition (ADOS-2) for NHS staff from a range of disciplines working in Scottish services across the lifespan.
NHS Education for Scotland needs a provider to deliver ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale) training to clinical reliability level for NHS staff across Scotland. The contract covers 2-day and 4-5 day courses, coaching sessions, and impact evaluation.
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Rural Growth Deal (RGD) Business Skills and Leadership Programme
Highlands and Islands Enterprise wants a supplier to run a three-strand business skills and leadership programme for Argyll and Bute over three years, combining online and face-to-face workshops plus a mentoring scheme. Funding depends on Rural Growth Deal approval expected by March 2026, with contract start in April 2026.
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Provision of Employability Services in Inverclyde
Inverclyde Council is procuring a range of employability support services across seven lots, including vocational training, health barrier removal, supported employment, environmental work placements, financial advice, employment guidance, and school leaver training.
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Flexible Framework for Vocational and Skill Based Interventions
North Lanarkshire Council is opening a framework for external learning contractors to deliver vocational and skills-based interventions to secondary school pupils (S4-S6). The framework runs for 4 years with annual entry points, focusing on employability skills and post-school pathways, particularly for priority and target groups.
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Procurement, Commercial and Sustainable Training Framework
Scottish Government is establishing a framework agreement to deliver training in procurement, commercial practice, and sustainability to public sector staff across Scotland. The framework runs for an initial period with a budget of £550,000.
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Professional Learning Services Framework
Stirling Council is establishing a framework for professional learning services, including formal qualifications, certificated courses, and evidence-based learning programmes. Suppliers will be appointed to this framework to deliver training as required.
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2026 ECITB Scholarship Programme (SCOTLAND: Central Belt)
Delivery of a skills and knowledge programme for engineering construction scholarships in Scotland's Central Belt. The contract runs from September 2026 and is divided into two separate pathways: Level 5 PEO Mechanical and Level 5 PEO Fabrication/Welding.
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Management and Distribution of Free Period Products
Aberdeen City Council is seeking a supplier to manage and distribute free period products. The scope covers sourcing, storage, and distribution logistics.
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Delivery and evaluation of CBT for staff working in CAMHS and IPT training for staff working in MH services inc CAMHS/AMS
NHS Education for Scotland wants providers to deliver CBT and IPT training courses for mental health staff. Two separate lots: CBT at certificate and diploma levels; IPT at practitioner and supervision levels.
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Early Learning & Childcare Provision Framework (New Applicants October 2025)
East Ayrshire Council is reopening its framework agreement for early learning and childcare provision to new applicants only. Existing funded providers already on the framework do not need to reapply.
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Quality Funded Early Learning and Childcare (1140 Hours)
Dundee City Council is seeking providers to supplement its existing framework for 1140 hours of funded early learning and childcare, ensuring all eligible children in the city can access their entitlement.
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Educational Services Procured Services Arrangement (PSA)
South Lanarkshire Council is establishing Phase 11 of a multi-lot, multi-provider framework for educational services to schools and its education resources team. Services include tutoring, counselling, mental health support, outdoor learning, and other education provision funded through various council and government programmes.