Procurement Summary
Country: United Kingdom
Summary: (New) Apprenticeships Framework Lots 6A & 6B
Deadline: 07 Apr 2026
Posting Date: 24 Mar 2026
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Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 138322966
Document Ref. No.: prj_8280
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: GBP 3600000
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Project Description: Southern Water (SW) is re tendering its existing Apprenticeships Framework under Procurement Act 2023 rules and separately running a procurement for Lots 6a and 6b - these lots will be part of the Apprenticeships Framework prj_7318. The new scope reflects: Removal of apprenticeship standards that no longer align with business needs. Continued delivery of high uptake programmes supporting operational and strategic workforce planning across SW and requirements for AMP8. 2. Purpose and Objectives The aim of this procurement is to appoint suitably qualified Framework Partners capable of delivering Skills England approved Apprenticeship Standards across multiple SW operational areas. Objectives: • Establish a compliant, high-quality framework for levy-funded apprenticeship delivery • Provide SW with access to current, industry-relevant apprenticeship standards • Support technical capability growth across Engineering, Operations and related fields • Ensure training aligns with Skills England occupational maps and updated national skills priorities • Ensure that provider hubs are strategically located to reduce the amount of travel for Apprentices • Ensure that provider hubs have the correct infrastructure and equipment required for the provision of the standards listed in the scope of this tender • Ensure that providers have standard programmes ready to start in September 2026 3.1 Lot Structure Lot 6a Engineering & Manufacturing - Engineering Maintenance Technician Level 3 Lot 6b Engineering & Manufacturing - Water Industry Asset Maintenance Technician (Level 3) - Water industry network technician Level 3, - Water industry treatment process technician level 3 - Water network operative Level 2, - Water process operative Level 2, - Water treatment technician level 3
Notes Default Additional Notes
Procurement Route: Procurement Act – Competitive Flexible
Listing Deadline: 07/04/2026 10:00
Contract Start Date: 15/06/2026
Contract Duration: 6 years
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