Scope
Reference
DN792157
Description
Foster Carer Training (Live & E-Learning)’
Gloucestershire County Council needs to provide statutory e-learning for around 750 foster carers, ensuring compliance with national standards through accessible, blended online platforms with robust reporting and feedback. Some specialist safeguarding and complex care topics will also be delivered via live trainer-led sessions, either online or face-to-face, to support advanced practice and skill application.
Total value (estimated)
- £285,000 excluding VAT
- £342,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2029
- Possible extension to 30 April 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80420000 - E-learning services
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
Contract locations
- UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Engagement
Engagement deadline
13 February 2026
Engagement process description
Gloucestershire County Council would like to inform the market of an upcoming tender opportunity that is expected to be released shortly Suppliers who may be interested in bidding for this contract are encouraged to ensure they are fully registered and set up on the Council’s e-tendering portal, Supplying the South West.
All tender documents, clarification messages, and submission requirements will be made available exclusively through the portal. To avoid any delays or missed notifications, suppliers should register or verify their existing account as soon as possible.
Please register or log in at:
www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk
By registering in advance, you will be able to:
Access the tender documents as soon as they are published
Receive automated alerts regarding this opportunity
Submit your tender response electronically through the portal
Further details about the opportunity will be released when the tender goes live.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
17 February 2026
Contracting authority
Gloucestershire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZHT-7473-ZVPN
Shire Hall
Gloucester
GL1 2TH
United Kingdom
Region: UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government