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NCS are requesting tenders from suppliers interested in working in partnership across a number of subcontract delivery contracts within the radius of Swindon for up to £2.67m gross income over the 2026/27 academic year, with the intended outcome of selecting the most advantageous tender(s) (MAT) to deliver a fixed-term contract from 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2027. Spend details are indicative only, award of funding is subject to the criteria detailed within this Guidance, and NCS reserve the right to make multiple awards where best value can be achieved and in accordance with NCS subcontract strategy.
The tender has been split into the following requirements:
1. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) Programmes (Level 2 and upwards)
2. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) Tailored Learning (any level)
3. Apprenticeships (Level 2 and upwards)
4. 16-18 Provision (Level 3 and upwards – consideration will be given to Level 2)
5. Higher Education (Level 3 and upwards)
Face to face and distance learning offers will be considered however all learners must reside within 60 miles of Swindon.
Tenderer’s are invited to apply for one or all Lots in accordance with their own technical capability and capacity.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEY PERFORMANCE TRAINING LTD | 11113755 | £56,092 | 2 lots Lot 1 · Lot 2 | - |
| LMP Education | 05536416 | ~£656,503 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
| THE BIG ACT LTD. | 04793985 | £435,727 | 2 lots Lot 4 · Lot 5 | - |
| The Skills Network | Procurement ID: PPJH-1899-JPJZ | ~£656,503 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
| YUZU TRAINING LTD | 09143451 | ~£656,503 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
Taken from this notice, not from Companies House. Check the original notice — details change and are not updated here.
This procurement was divided into 5 lots, each awarded separately. 27 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Aug 2026 – Jul 2027 | £831,721 | 12 | The Skills Network | active |
| Lot 2 Aug 2026 – Jul 2027 | £71,670 | 6 | active | |
| Lot 3 Aug 2026 – Jul 2027 | £500,000 | - | - | active |
| Lot 4 Aug 2026 – Jul 2027 | £620,000 | 6 | active | |
| Lot 5 Aug 2026 – Jul 2027 | £650,000 | 3 | active |
Weightings from the notice, applied to every lot.
Government spending data: These suppliers have received £41,408,849 in 573 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education, Greater London Authority (2018-11-08 to 2026-03-19).