Scope
Reference
P2511-2
Description
Scope of the Contract being procured:
This contract is for the provision, configuration of the API to the existing LXP and ongoing support of an online learning content aggregator / marketplace service for ECITB and in-scope employers.
The Supplier will be responsible for:
Providing secure access (via subscription and/or agreed licensing model) to a curated catalogue of online learning content from multiple third-party providers, covering at least:
Health, safety and environmental compliance
Regulatory and legislative compliance (including UK-specific content)
Technical and engineering topics relevant to the engineering construction industry
Leadership, management and supervisory skills
Business, interpersonal and "soft" skills
Wellbeing and workplace culture
Providing a web-based portal and/or embeddable marketplace interface to browse, search, filter and select content.
Providing integration options to deliver content via ECITB's LXP/LCMS platform and should be:
Direct integration with Learning Pool LXP platform via API.
Providing reporting and analytics on usage, engagement and completion.
Providing onboarding, training and ongoing support for ECITB.
The Supplier is not required to develop new bespoke learning content for ECITB under this contract. The core focus of this procurement is access to and management of a large, high-quality third-party content catalogue.
Background
The Engineering Construction Industry requires access to a broad range of high-quality digital learning content to support compliance, safety, technical skills, leadership and wider workforce development. Much of this content is produced and maintained by specialist third-party providers and is updated frequently to reflect changes in legislation, best practice and technology.
Commercial "content marketplace" / "content hub" services aggregate large catalogues of e-learning courses from multiple publishers into a single, searchable library, which can be accessed via subscription and integrated with existing learning platforms. These services typically offer:
Access to tens of thousands of courses from a wide range of providers across compliance, safety, business skills, leadership, technology and wellbeing.
Integration with existing LXP to simplify deployment and reporting.
To support ECITB's strategy around digital, improve value for money and reduce duplication of effort across employers, the ECITB intends to procure a content aggregation / marketplace service that will give ECITB and participating employers streamlined access to a curated catalogue of third-party online learning content.
About the ECITB
Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is the employer-led skills, standards and qualifications body for the development of the engineering construction workforce of Great Britain. An arms-length body of the UK Government, the ECITB reports to the Department for Work and Pensions. Our vision is a trailblazing Engineering Construction Industry where critical infrastructure, energy security and net zero ambitions are achieved.
The ECITB works with employers and training providers to attract, develop and qualify the engineering construction workforce in a wide range of craft, technical and professional disciplines. We invest about £28 million each year to support skills development within the industry.
Further information on this opportunity is contained within the procurement pack, uploaded within this notice.
***please register your interest in the opportunity to ensure you are part of the pre-tender clarification process by emailing procurement@ecitb.org.uk ***
Total value (estimated)
- £480,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2028
- Possible extension to 31 May 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
Optional 1 year extension within original scope
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Please see Invitation to Tender
Technical ability conditions of participation
Please see invitation to tender
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
23 February 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
***Tenders must be submitted by email to procurement@ecitb.org.uk***
The ECITB does not have an e-procurement system.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
3 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical / Quality criteria | Weighted questions as detailed within the invitation to tender |
Quality | 70% |
| Price | Pricing criteria as detailed within the invitation to tender |
Price | 30% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
P2511-2 ECITB LXP Content Open ITT V1.1.docx
Invitation to Tender
P2511-2 ECITB Specification E-Learning Content LXP.docx
Specification
P2511-2 Schedule of Prices V1.1.xlsx
Schedule of Prices
20250501 ECITB Service Provision Agreement May 2025.docx
ECITB Services Provision Agreement (Contract Draft)
Contracting authority
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 264506
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPPJ-1399-NBBQ
Kings House Business Center, Home Park Business Estate, Station Road
Kings Langley
WD4 8LZ
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@ecitb.org.uk
Website: http://ECITB.org.uk
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government