Scope
Reference
DN792157
Description
This will be a single provider contract and will involve the provision of statutory e‑learning or live trainer led sessions for approximately 750 foster carers, ensuring compliance with national standards through accessible blended online learning platforms, supported by robust reporting and feedback mechanisms. In addition, certain specialist safeguarding and complex‑care subjects will require delivery through live trainer‑led sessions, either online or face‑to‑face, to support advanced practice and skills development.
Total term of contract is 3 year +1 +1 totaling £285,000 (excluding VAT)
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
Description of possible extension:
2 Extensions available
+1 year = 01.05.2029 - 30.04.2030
+1 year = 01.05.2030 - 30.04.2031
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80420000 - E-learning services
Contract locations
- UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
16 March 2026, 10:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk
Suppliers must be registered to access and respond to the tender
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
6 April 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 50% |
| Price | Price | 35% |
| Social Value | Quality | 15% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Gloucestershire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZHT-7473-ZVPN
Shire Hall, Westgate Street
Gloucester
GL1 2TG
United Kingdom
Region: UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government