Scope
Reference
CN240143
Description
The purpose of Skills Bootcamps is to provide tailored and flexible training courses for adults aged 19 or over in various sectors with evidenced skills gaps nationally or locally, such as Kent and Medway's creative sector, as well as agri-food, construction, retail, health and social care, and early years education. The aim of the programme is to help individuals upskill, retrain, or formalise their skills to access in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, new opportunities, and potentially higher income levels.
The contract is anticipated to commence on July 2025 and will continue for a period of 4 year(s) unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract. The estimated total value of the contract for the financial year 2025-26 is a maximum value of £1,497,081 but no guarantee is given as to the actual value of the contract.
There is the potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, depending on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and availability of further funding.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Lot 1. Creative Sector
Description
1. Creative & Digital Assistant Production ManagementCourse: Skill Development Skills Bootcamp2. Creative & Digital Assistant Production ManagementCourse: Immersive Digital Media Bootcamp (level 3-4)
Lot 3. Construction
Description
1. Skills Bootcamp in Management Skills2. Skills Bootcamp Introduction To Construction - Steelfixing Pathway (x 2 Bootcamps)3. Skills Bootcamp - Introduction to Construction - Groundworks Pathway (x3 bootcamps)4. Bootcamp - Introduction to Construction - Formwork Pathway (x2 bootcamps)5. Skills Bootcamp - Plant Training NPORs Dumper / Roller (x 2 bootcamps)6. Skills Bootcamp - Introduction to the Construction Industry (x3 bootcamps)7. Skills Bootcamp - Bricklaying x 38. Skills Bootcamps - Bricklaying Advanced x 29. Skills Bootcamp - Bricklaying NVQ10. Skills Bootcamp - Multi trades & Retrofit x 311. Skills Bootcamp - CSCS & Retrofit x 1112. Skills Bootcamp on the 'need to knows' about being self-employed in the Construction Sector13. Skills Bootcamp on the 'need to knows' about being self-employed in the Construction Sector
Lot 4. Retail
Description
Skills Bootcamp Elevate your career in Retail
Lot 5. Health & Social Care
Description
1. Skills Bootcamp Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care; or Skills Bootcamp Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication; or Skills Bootcamp Principles of End of Life Care2. Skills Bootcamp Working in Health and Social Care
Lot 6. Early Years & School
Description
Level 3 Award in supporting children and young people's speech, language and communication
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
30 June 2030
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Pricing are determined via tender process.
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Contract 1
Lots
Lot 1. Creative Sector
Supplier
Contract value
- £1,137,500 excluding VAT
- £1,365,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
28 November 2025
Contract dates
- 28 November 2025 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years, 7 months, 3 days
Description of possible extension:
There is potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, subject to the successful achievement of the required outcomes and the availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The amount stated above has been estimated based on the contract value for the 2025-2026 financial year and a maximum contract term of five years (including a potential 12‑month extension). The annual contract value will be adjusted in line with the funding available for each year. Payments will be made based on the actual services delivered in each year.
Contract variations were completed after the initial framework agreement was signed. The actual 'Contract start date' is 01/07/2025.
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Learner starts | 12 months |
| Learner completions and Guaranteed interview | 12 months |
| Learner outcomes | 12 months |
Signed contract documents
C1.zip
Contract 3
Lots
Lot 3. Construction
Suppliers (4)
- ENGAGE TRAIN SUPPORT LIMITED
- Salt Training Limited
- The Construction Skills People Ltd
- Hybrid Technical Services Limited
Contract value
- £4,553,451.10 excluding VAT
- £5,464,141.32 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
31 October 2025
Contract dates
- 31 October 2025 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years, 8 months
Description of possible extension:
There is potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, subject to the successful achievement of the required outcomes and the availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The amount stated above has been estimated based on the contract value for the 2025-2026 financial year and a maximum contract term of five years (including a potential 12‑month extension). The annual contract value will be adjusted in line with the funding available for each year. Payments will be made based on the actual services delivered in each year.
Contract variations were completed after the initial framework agreement was signed. The actual 'Contract start date' is 01/07/2025.
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Learner starts | 12 months |
| Learner completions and Guaranteed interview | 12 months |
| Learner outcomes | 12 months |
Signed contract documents
C3.zip
Contract 4
Lots
Lot 4. Retail
Supplier
Contract value
- £245,000 excluding VAT
- £294,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
26 August 2025
Contract dates
- 26 August 2025 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years, 10 months, 5 days
Description of possible extension:
There is potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, subject to the successful achievement of the required outcomes and the availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The amount stated above has been estimated based on the contract value for the 2025-2026 financial year and a maximum contract term of five years (including a potential 12‑month extension). The annual contract value will be adjusted in line with the funding available for each year. Payments will be made based on the actual services delivered in each year.
Contract variations were completed after the initial framework agreement was signed. The actual 'Contract start date' is 01/07/2025.
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Learner starts | 12 months |
| Learner completions and Guaranteed interview | 12 months |
| Learner outcomes | 12 months |
Signed contract documents
C4.zip
Contract 5
Lots
Lot 5. Health & Social Care
Suppliers (3)
Contract value
- £1,800,393.90 excluding VAT
- £2,160,472.68 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
7 November 2025
Contract dates
- 7 November 2025 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years, 7 months, 24 days
Description of possible extension:
There is potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, subject to the successful achievement of the required outcomes and the availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The amount stated above has been estimated based on the contract value for the 2025-2026 financial year and a maximum contract term of five years (including a potential 12‑month extension). The annual contract value will be adjusted in line with the funding available for each year. Payments will be made based on the actual services delivered in each year.
Contract variations were completed after the initial framework agreement was signed. The actual 'Contract start date' is 01/07/2025.
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Learner starts | 12 months |
| Learner completions and Guaranteed interview | 12 months |
| Learner outcomes | 12 months |
Signed contract documents
C5.zip
Contract 6
Lots
Lot 6. Early Years & School
Supplier
Contract value
- £358,170 excluding VAT
- £429,804 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
1 December 2025
Contract dates
- 1 December 2025 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years, 6 months, 30 days
Description of possible extension:
There is potential for a contract extension of up to 12 months, subject to the successful achievement of the required outcomes and the availability of further funding.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The amount stated above has been estimated based on the contract value for the 2025-2026 financial year and a maximum contract term of five years (including a potential 12‑month extension). The annual contract value will be adjusted in line with the funding available for each year. Payments will be made based on the actual services delivered in each year.
Contract variations were completed after the initial framework agreement was signed. The actual 'Contract start date' is 01/07/2025.
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Key performance indicators
| Name | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|
| Learner starts | 12 months |
| Learner completions and Guaranteed interview | 12 months |
| Learner outcomes | 12 months |
Signed contract documents
C6.zip
Submission
Submission type
Tenders
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Suppliers
ENGAGE TRAIN SUPPORT LIMITED
- Companies House: 15250469
24 Forum House, Business Centre, Stirling Road
Chichester
PO197DN
United Kingdom
Email: lee.johnson@ets-uk.training
Region: UKJ27 - West Sussex (South West)
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3
Kiwi & Yuzu Ltd
- Companies House: 09143451
Burlington House, 23-25 Portland Terrace
Southampton
SO147EN
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ32 - Southampton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 4
Mastered Studios
- Companies House: 11585221
124 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom
Email: adil@mastered.com
Region: UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1
Salt Training Limited
- Companies House: 15145438
Unit 13 west Industrial Estate, Sea Street
Herne Bay
CT68JZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ44 - East Kent
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3
The Construction Skills People Ltd
- Companies House: 06616608
Unit 1, The Bridge Business Centre, Beresford Way
Chesterfield
S419FG
United Kingdom
Region: UKF12 - East Derbyshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3
The International Education Group (TiEGr)
- Companies House: 10900264
14, Maypole St, Newhall
Harlow
CM179JJ
United Kingdom
Email: jackie.jones@tiegr.org
Region: UKH35 - West Essex
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 6
East Essex Vocational Training Limited
- Companies House: 03848899
4 Balls Pond, Dalston
London
N14AX
United Kingdom
Email: jamie@eetgroup.co.uk
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 5
Hybrid Technical Services Limited
- Companies House: 05523782
Unit 3 Heysham Road, Bootle
Merseyside
L306UR
United Kingdom
Email: sophie@hybridtec.co.uk
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3
Skills Provider Ltd
- Companies House: 13096448
154 Beeches Road, Chelmsford
Essex
CM12RZ
United Kingdom
Region: UKH36 - Heart of Essex
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 5
Social Enterprise Kent CIC
- Companies House: 01937728
63-65 High Street
Margate
CT91DX
United Kingdom
Email: k.hawkins@sekgroup.org.uk
Region: UKJ44 - East Kent
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 5
Contracting authority
Kent County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLDL-8938-YGYW
County Hall
Maidstone
ME14 1XQ
United Kingdom
Email: sourcingsupportteam@kent.gov.uk
Website: https://www.kent.gov.uk/
Region: UKJ45 - Mid Kent
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government