Lot 1 - Apprenticeship Training - Social Worker Integrated Degree Level 6

What the notice records

Buyer

Isle of Wight Council

Supplier

Southampton Solent University; University of Kent; University of Winchester

Awarded value

£288,000 (the notice’s own figure, in GBP)

Award date

30 July 2026

Notice published

4 September 2026

Category (CPV)

Education and training services (80000000)

Description

Further competition for the Provision of the following apprenticeship programme via the Authority's Provision of Learning and Development Services via a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) DN262146: Social Worker Integrated Degree Level 6 Which will include delivery of level 4, 5 and 6 of the integrated degree. The suppliers must be able to offer the fully published standard as detailed on the Skills England website. The Authority sought suppliers that could offer high levels of evidence of employer and learner satisfaction, along with high achievement rates. The supplier will need to be registered on the Apprenticeship Provider and Assessment Register (APAR). The contract term shall be from the 1st September 2026 for a period of 24 months, with an option to extend for 12 months. Additional information: There is the option to extend for a further 12 months at the sole discretion of the Authority. Values given are based on estimated learner numbers for the duration of the contract, including the possible extension period however there is no guarantee of value or volume of learners throughout the contract.

Source

Contracts Finder — official notice