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PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITY

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Employability and Skills

Warwickshire County Council · compiled

Tender information last checkedLast checked 29 Sept 2026, 19:17.

Opportunity overview

This notice involves the setting up of a dynamic purchasing system. Warwickshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced operators for admission to their Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Employability and Skills services. The period of validity of the DPS will be 4 years from commencement.

Classification

  • CPV79630000 — Personnel services except placement and supply services
  • CPV79634000 — Career guidance services
  • CPV80000000 — Education and training services
  • CPV80400000 — Adult and other education services

Lots

  • CareersValue not stated
  • EmploymentValue not stated
  • Supported EmploymentValue not stated
  • ApprenticeshipsValue not stated
  • Young PeopleValue not stated
  • Adult EducationValue not stated
  • Future SkillsValue not stated
  • OtherValue not stated

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
WCC - 18894
Status
active
Has Recurrence
Yes
Procurement Method
selective
Main Procurement Category
services
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure

Covered By

GPA

Amendments

Entry 1
Id
2
Description
The change in return date adds on an additional 8 months changing the duration of the DPS from 48 months to 56.

Unstructured Changes

Entry 1

Where

Section
IV.2.2

New Value

Date
23 Feb 2029, 12:00

Old Value

Date
25 Jun 2028, 12:00

Legal basis

Id
32014L0024
Scheme
CELEX

Lot Details

Maximum Lots Bid Per Supplier
9,999,999

Techniques

Has Dynamic Purchasing System
Yes

Tender Period

Ends
25 Jun 2028, 12:00

Contract terms

Has Electronic Payment
Yes
Has Electronic Ordering
Yes
Electronic Invoicing Policy
allowed

Classification

Id
79630000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Personnel services except placement and supply services

Submission terms

Languages

en

Submission Method

electronicSubmission

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Careers
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Advice and guidance for individuals at the critical stage of selecting their next occupation, learning opportunity or future role. Delivery to be targeted at various age ranges with a one to many, 1-2-1 basis or event based engagement. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS and the initial 30 day period is complete, operators will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Operators can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all operators within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely the Council will still require the provision of Employability and Skills services.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Employment
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Support for individuals to increase participation in employment via training, work experience, volunteering and additional employability activities. The support will be delivered to working age individuals. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Supported Employment
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
To provide employability support to individuals with a disability, learning difficulty, and/or autism. Guidance to be delivered at various levels of intensity. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Apprenticeships
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Wraparound, pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeships and post apprenticeship support to individuals. Including inclusive apprenticeships and adapting current apprenticeship delivery models. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Young People
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
To support young people who are transitioning to the world of work, education, or training. Addressing and reducing barriers to participation in the learning or working environment. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 6
Id
6
Title
Adult Education
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Adult education provides all persons with the opportunity to acquire, actualise, complete or extend their knowledge and skills for personal and professional development. Reinforcing the potential of lifelong learning. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 7
Id
7
Title
Future Skills
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Provision of support towards future skills, green skills, sustainability, roles relating to Net Zero, automation and adaptations to current working practices. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 8
Id
8
Title
Other
Status
active
Has Options
No
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
Bespoke employability and skills requirements containing themes impacting the employment & skills environment. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (In-Tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets. Registration and use of In-Tend is free. Once registered, all correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-Tend correspondence function. However, if you are unable to register with the website please email us at procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Once a Supplier has successfully completed their application to the DPS, suppliers will be advised of the opportunities available as and when they arise. Suppliers can then choose whether they want to bid for the requirement or not (it is not compulsory to bid for every opportunity offered, and all suppliers within the DPS approved Supplier list will be informed of the opportunity, but can choose whether or not to bid on an individual basis).

Renewal

Description
It is likely that the Council will still require the provision of employability and skills Services beyond the DPS.

Contract period

Duration In Days
1,440

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
79634000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Career guidance services
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
79630000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Personnel services except placement and supply services
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
79630000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Personnel services except placement and supply services
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
79634000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Career guidance services
Entry 2
Id
80000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Education and training services
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
79634000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Career guidance services
Item 6
Id
6
Related Lot
6

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
80400000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Adult and other education services
Item 7
Id
7
Related Lot
7

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
80000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Education and training services
Item 8
Id
8
Related Lot
8

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKG

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
80000000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Education and training services

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-FTS-23770
Name
Warwickshire County Council

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKG13
Locality
WARWICK
Postal Code
CV344RL
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Shire Hall,Market Square

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
REGIONAL_AUTHORITY
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Description
Regional or local authority
Entry 2
Id
01
Scheme
COFOG
Description
General public services

Identifier

Legal Name
Warwickshire County Council
No Identifier Rationale
notOnAnyRegister

Contact

Organisation 2
Id
GB-FTS-862
Name
The Royal Court of Justice

Roles

reviewBody

Address

Locality
London
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
The Strand

Identifier

Legal Name
The Royal Court of Justice

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · WARWICK · UKG13 · CV344RL · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. ocds-h6vhtk-046a46-2025-01-21T15:44:45Zcompiled ·