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Connect to Work Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) Programme
Caerphilly County Borough Council is recruiting organisations to deliver the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) model under the DWP Connect to Work programme. The service supports disabled people and those with complex barriers to find and sustain employment using the place-train-and-maintain model.
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Taxi Driver Knowledge Tests
Sheffield City Council needs a secure web-based platform to deliver knowledge tests to taxi driver licence applicants. The tests will be taken on council infrastructure with council staff providing invigilation and oversight.
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CPU7343 - Homelessness Prevention Services - Open Framework
Nottingham City Council is establishing a two-lot framework for homelessness prevention services. Lot 1 covers accommodation-based services including emergency housing and supported accommodation; Lot 2 covers community-based services including advice, outreach, prevention and resettlement support.
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Tegwch, gwrth-hiliaeth a llesiant/Equity, anti-racism and well-being
Caerphilly Council wants bilingual (Welsh and English) educational resources designed, developed and delivered that support equity, anti-racism and wellbeing in the Curriculum for Wales. The service includes resource creation, stakeholder engagement, quality assurance and implementation support to help practitioners use the materials effectively.
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Provision of Victim Support Services
Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner is commissioning victim support services across four specialisms: general multi-crime support, sexual violence, child exploitation, and slavery/exploitation. Services must provide equitable access across Warwickshire and work with partner agencies.
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Clackmannanshire Council - Values based leadership Delivery
Clackmannanshire Council wants to commission values-based leadership experiences for council staff teams and young people. The programme should help participants connect with their values, build trust and resilience through shared learning.
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PURCH3060 Framework for the Provision of Strategic Leaders Programme (SLP)
University of Glasgow is establishing a framework for delivery of a Strategic Leaders Programme (SLP). The framework will run until November 2026, with suppliers delivering training to senior leaders.
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DN Colleges Group - Learner Finder Services Preferred Supplier ITT
DN Colleges Group is appointing up to three suppliers to a ranked preferred supplier list for learner recruitment and engagement for Adult Skills Funded courses across South Yorkshire and Greater Lincolnshire, with scope to extend to other education provision. Services include recruitment, advice and guidance, eligibility checks, enrolment and handover support, with fees based on eligible learners delivered.
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E Portfolio System (Provision of)
City of Sunderland College needs an e-portfolio system to manage apprenticeship delivery, tracking, assessment, and reporting. The system must be modern and fully compliant with relevant standards.
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ONR1155 - Provision of Media Training to the Office for Nuclear Regulation Senior Leadership Team
ONR wants media training for its senior leadership team and chair, focusing on handling challenging questions, explaining complex regulatory issues, and developing on-camera skills for digital and social media. The training will be tailored to their needs.
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Kent County Council (KCC) Skills Programme DPS - Reopening for Round 3 Applications (SC240120)
Kent County Council is reopening a Dynamic Purchasing System for education and training providers to deliver vocational and essential skills courses to adults, including specialist provision for deaf learners and growth in vocational areas. Delivery will be subcontracted through their Community Learning and Skills department using ESFA Adult Skills Fund and other government funding.
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Youth Engagement Service/Integrated Settlement NEET
Manchester City Council is commissioning a service to engage young people aged 15-25 who are NEET (not in education, employment or training) or at risk of it. The service will provide support including mentoring, skills development, guidance and structured pathways to help them move into education, employment or training.
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Safer Roads Open Grant Round
West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner is distributing up to £300,000 in grants to reduce harm from road traffic collisions. Projects must focus on education, training, and community-led activity within West Mercia.
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North Northamptonshire Council Apprenticeship Training Services Framework
North Northamptonshire Council is establishing a multi-provider framework for apprenticeship training across business, digital, construction, and professional services sectors. The framework will run for several years with an estimated value of £2 million.
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Open Light Touch Framework for Independent and Alternative Education Support for Children and Young People in Devon
Devon County Council is establishing an open framework for independent and alternative education placements for children and young people with SEND and EHCPs. The framework covers pre-16 and post-16 independent school placements, and bespoke alternative education packages for children outside mainstream schooling.
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Fire Scene Investigation Training
Three Welsh Fire and Rescue Services want a provider to deliver Fire Scene Investigation Training to enable staff to become Tier 2 Fire Scene Investigators. Training must deliver the SFJ Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation and meet the NFCC Competency Framework.
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RFQ 2026/40 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS “Thriving Together” - 3.2 Minority Community Support Programme - Journeys & Belonging
Newry, Mourne and Down Council wants a consultancy to design and deliver a minority community support programme across two district electoral areas. The programme uses workshops, genealogy activities and a cultural visit to explore migration, identity and belonging in Northern Ireland.
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NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme (GMTS) Virtual Assessment Centre (VAC) Service - NHSE
NHS England needs a supplier to run virtual assessment centres for their Graduate Management Training Scheme. The assessments happen January to March each year, with three annual cohorts from 2027 to 2029.
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HIV Anti-Stigma Training-HIV Opt out Testing for Blood Borne Viruses programme
NHS England wants a provider to deliver anti-stigma training across 61 trusts as part of an HIV opt-out testing programme. The initial 24-month contract is worth £600,000 ex VAT, with an optional 12-month extension bringing the total to £900,000.
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"Your Education Technology" An Open Framework (PA 2023) for the provision of ICT products, services, and solutions.
Nexus Multi Academy Trust is establishing an open framework for ICT products, services, and solutions across three lots: support services, professional services, and hardware. The framework will be available to eligible education contracting authorities and will run for up to eight years with an estimated total value of £1bn.
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Mandatory Training for students enrolled on Healthcare programmes Framework Agreement
London and South East University Group (formed from University of Greenwich and University of Kent merger) is establishing a framework agreement to provide mandatory training for healthcare students. Training covers moving and handling, resuscitation/basic life support, safeguarding, conflict resolution, and breakaway techniques.
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Alternative Provision
Hull City Council is tendering for alternative provision services across 7 lots. The contract runs from September 2027 to August 2029, with an option to extend for two further 12-month periods.
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T26-136BUS Development and Delivery of Security Academy for DCSDC LMP
Derry City and Strabane District Council is looking for an organisation to develop and deliver a Security Academy aimed at improving employability and labour market outcomes in the local area. The work is part of their Labour Market Partnership's 2026/27 action plan under the Skilled Labour Supply theme.
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Level 1-3 Construction and Energy Efficiency Skills in the Community
East Lindsey District Council wants a training provider to deliver accredited construction and energy efficiency courses at NQF Levels 1-3 to residents of East Lindsey District. The notice specifies the council is seeking a provider with specialism in these areas but does not list the specific disciplines in the excerpt provided.
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Business Support North East Framework
The North East Mayoral Strategic Authority is establishing a framework to deliver business support services across five areas: inspiring entrepreneurs, exploring enterprise readiness, helping businesses start, supporting established businesses to succeed, and assisting scaling. This is region-wide provision for North East businesses.