Scope
Reference
WNC00000597
Description
West Northants Council (WNC) invites tenders for the provision of Chartered Institute of Housing and Housing Apprenticeship Standards for delivery to it's staff and staff of any Arm's Length Organisation as outlined in the Request for Quotation (RFQ). This opportunity is restricted to organisations listed on the Apprenticeship Providers and Assessment Register (APAR) as main providers, with an Ofsted rating of 'Good' or 'Outstanding', and offering quality apprenticeship provision as defined by Skills England and those providers registered as Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Approved Study Centres. WNC is seeking a supplier that can demonstrate a partnership-based approach, a strong understanding of regulatory obligations, and a commitment to delivering value through capability-building within the housing workforce.
Total value (estimated)
- £350,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2029
- Possible extension to 1 February 2030
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
1 x 12m extension option available
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 November 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Visit and register https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home to find out further details of this opportunity.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Price 25%
Quality 75%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
West Northamptonshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGDV-8944-CMBP
Angel Street
Northampton
NN1 1ED
United Kingdom
Region: UKF24 - West Northamptonshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government