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Contract Award Notice

Provision of Associate Trainers

  • First published: 09 September 2026
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Summary

OCID:
ocds-h6vhtk-069c37
Published by:
Dundee and Angus College
Authority ID:
AA32230
Publication date:
09 September 2026
Deadline date:
-
Notice type:
Contract Award Notice
Has documents:
No
Has SPD:
No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
N/A

Abstract

Framework for the Call-Off Provision of Associate Trainers –

Digital Skills, Management Skills, Marketing including digital marketing and social media, Communication and Soft Skills, Health and Safety, Construction and Trade, Training and Assessment, Care, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, HR Training, Procurement, Tendering and bid writing, Accountancy systems, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service and Retail Optimisation

Full notice text

Contract award notice

Results of the procurement procedure

Section I: Contracting entity

I.1) Name and addresses

Dundee and Angus College

Kingsway Campus, Old Glamis Road

Dundee

DD3 8LE

UK

Telephone: +44 1382834834

E-mail: procurement@dundeeandangus.ac.uk

NUTS: UKM71

Internet address(es)

Main address: www.dundeeandangus.ac.uk

Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00221

I.2) Joint procurement

The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law

I.5) Main activity

Education

Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

Provision of Associate Trainers

Reference number: 116-DAC-PRO-2526

II.1.2) Main CPV code

80500000

 

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

Framework for the Call-Off Provision of Associate Trainers –

Digital Skills, Management Skills, Marketing including digital marketing and social media, Communication and Soft Skills, Health and Safety, Construction and Trade, Training and Assessment, Care, Mindfulness and Wellbeing, HR Training, Procurement, Tendering and bid writing, Accountancy systems, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service and Retail Optimisation

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

II.2) Description

Lot No: 1

II.2.1) Title

Lot 1 - Digital Skills

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Digital skills, Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation skills, data literacy and data management, digital transformation and innovation capability, cybersecurity skills, digital marketing and e-commerce.

With the acceleration of digital, the following are also subject areas that are in high demand:

Digital skills focus on strong digital communication and collaboration abilities alongside cloud and productivity fundamentals. Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation skills centre on understanding foundational and responsible AI principles as well as applying process automation tools. Data literacy and data management priorities include the ability to interpret and visualise data effectively and uphold good data governance and ethics. Digital transformation and innovation capability requires skills in digital strategy and change leadership, paired with service design and user centred design approaches. Cybersecurity skills focus on building strong cyber hygiene and user awareness, supported by basic risk management and incident response knowledge. Digital marketing and e commerce emphasise SEO and analytics, combined with content creation and digital advertising to drive engagement and growth.

Accredited and non-accredited opportunities ranging from SCQF5 and above requested.

Training in widely used, industry standard digital tools- such as Microsoft Teams, OneNote for collaborative working, and digital bookkeeping platforms - is also in high demand.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 2

II.2.1) Title

Lot 2 - Management Skills

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Strategic leadership & future planning, workforce development & talent management, change management and digital adoption, people, leadership & wellbeing management, operational & performance management.

Businesses require managers who can demonstrate strong strategic leadership and future planning, workforce development and talent management, change management and digital adoption, people focused leadership and wellbeing management, and effective operational and performance management. Building these capabilities ensures leaders can respond to rapid technological change, manage skills gaps, and support resilient, high performing teams.

Training should develop practical management capabilities including project management, change management, managing through crisis situations, supervising hybrid or home based teams, leading and motivating others, and building strong supervisory skills. Programmes should also strengthen interpersonal and developmental capabilities such as assertiveness, change and recovery management, coaching skills, developing individuals, and Insights Discovery profiling to support self awareness and team effectiveness.

These subject areas are designed for new supervisors, emerging managers, and those seeking to upskill for career progression. Both accredited and non accredited options should be available. Non accredited workshops can be delivered as half day or full day sessions and should be contextualised to the specific needs of the business, particularly for bespoke contracts or sector specific requirements.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 3

II.2.1) Title

Lot 3 - Marketing

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Businesses require marketing training across a wide range of evolving subject areas, including AI enhanced marketing skills, agile and adaptive marketing capability, data driven marketing and analytics, search engine optimisation SEO, content strategy and digital advertising, customer engagement and trust building, omnichannel and customer experience design, and advanced digital platforms and mobile first technologies.

Alongside these, there is growing demand for brand creation and management, communications and PR, marketing strategy development, crisis communications, and video production, as well as understanding the difference between amplification and publication as businesses seek growth, explore new markets, or reposition for new audiences.

Practical creative skills such as graphic design — particularly 2D/3D animation and Photoshop/Illustrator upskilling to enhance in house capability and deliver more impactful digital content.

Digital marketing and social media skills are increasingly essential, enabling businesses to build visibility, engage target audiences, and compete effectively across fast moving online platforms.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 4

II.2.1) Title

Lot 4 - Communication and Soft Skills

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Communication & interpersonal skills, teamwork and collaboration, adaptability & resilience, emotional intelligence & people skills, leadership & soft aligned skills, customer focused skills.

Strong communication and soft skill capabilities to help teams adapt to rapid technological, economic and workforce change, clear and confident workplace communication, active listening, teamwork, collaboration, resilience, adaptability and emotional intelligence, as well as core interpersonal skills such as delivering effective presentations, problem solving, assertiveness and customer service communication.

Training to mitigate the widening internal skills gaps and meet the growing importance of adaptability, creativity and strong communication.

Seeking non accredited, introductory to intermediate level training, typically delivered in half day or full day formats, allowing staff to quickly upskill in essential, business ready soft skills that support productivity and workforce effectiveness.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 5

II.2.1) Title

Lot 5 - Health and Safety

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Practical, compliance focused health and safety training that ensures staff are competent, up to date and able to manage modern workplace risks. Address gaps in documentation, risk assessments and ongoing training.

COSHH Awareness, Human Factors in Health and Safety, IOSH Managing Safely, IOSH Working Safely, IOSH SHECW, NEBOSH qualifications, and broader Occupational Health and Safety training, support with legal duties around safe working environments.

Fire risk awareness, mental health and wellbeing, and maintaining workforce competency through regular refresher learning.

Alongside accredited options, non accredited, short format courses to provide flexible, cost effective, introductory or refresher training tailored to SME’s operational needs.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 6

II.2.1) Title

Lot 6 - Construction and Trades

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Essential electrical safety and compliance training, including the City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations (full qualification and industry update) and PAT Testing and Inspection & Testing

Upskilling for renewable energy systems, EV charging installation, battery storage safety, Lock Out–Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and electrical diagnostics.

Ensuring staff remain competent, compliant and able to work safely with modern technologies. These may be delivered through accredited qualifications or short, non accredited practical courses to support flexible, cost effective workforce development.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 7

II.2.1) Title

Lot 7 - Training and Assessing

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Workforce development training that strengthens internal capability, particularly through Assessor and Verifier qualifications, Coaching and Mentoring, and Train the Trainer programmes, enabling businesses to build in house expertise, support staff progression and maintain quality assurance across learning and development activities.

Delivered as accredited or non accredited options, offering flexible, cost effective pathways that allow organisations to choose between formal qualification routes or shorter, practical sessions tailored to operational needs.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 8

II.2.1) Title

Lot 8 - Care, Mindfulness and Wellbeing

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Safeguarding, Child Protection and Adult Protection training to ensure staff can recognise, respond to and escalate concerns in line with current legislation and best practice.

Autism training, including delivery aligned to D&A certificated programmes and SQA certificated courses, supporting organisations to work confidently and inclusively with neurodiverse individuals.

Trauma Informed Practice, Mental Health First Aid, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) awareness, De escalation and Behaviour Support, and Professional Boundaries & Safer Working Practices, reflecting an increased emphasis on safe, ethical and inclusive service delivery. All programmes can be offered as accredited or non accredited options, providing flexible, practical learning tailored to organisational and sector requirements.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 9

II.2.1) Title

Lot 9 - HR Training, Procurement, Tendering and Bid Writing

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

HR training to strengthens effective people management, support compliance and improve workplace capability.

HR focused training in areas such as employment practice, performance management and fair work aligned people processes.

Procurement training to help understand and navigate Scotland’s public procurement system, the Scottish Government’s SME and Third Sector Procurement Action Plan (2024–2026), improve supplier readiness and expand SME participation in public contracts. Training for procurement rules, compliance expectations, sustainable procurement requirements and effective use of Public Contracts Scotland.

Tendering and bid writing: practical support to build confidence and competence in preparing competitive bids. Training to facilitate understanding of evaluation criteria and improved tender preparation directly and to win contracts.

Training in tender structure, evidence development and persuasive, compliant bid writing.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 10

II.2.1) Title

Lot 10 - Accountancy Systems

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Cloud accounting training, including tools to report major internal and external cost savings while simplifying invoicing, reconciliation and reporting.

Software including but not limited to: Xero, QuickBooks Online, Sage Business Cloud.

Training for real time reporting & dashboard use, automated reconciliation & digital invoicing, integration of cloud accounting with payroll, inventory & CRM.

Automation & Digital Bookkeeping Skills, including AI assisted bookkeeping & categorisation, Automated VAT and payroll workflows

Cybersecurity in Financial Systems, including secure logins & multi factor authentication, data backup & GDPR compliant data handling, fraud prevention & financial system risk awareness

Digital Taxation & Compliance, including making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT & self assessment, digital record keeping, submission of returns via cloud platforms.

Data Driven Finance & Business Partnering Skills, including training for financial dashboards & data visualisation, forecasting & scenario modelling, KPI development & management reporting, business partnering & commercial analysis.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 11

II.2.1) Title

Lot 11 - Visual Merchandising, Customer Service and Retail Optimisation

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

80500000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM71


Main site or place of performance:

Dundee & Angus College

Gardyne Campus

Gardyne Road

Dundee

DD5 1NY

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Creative and strategic visual merchandising, high quality customer service and communication and operational retail skills for efficient and profitable store management

Visual Merchandising Skills including window display design & in store presentation - creating eye catching, brand aligned displays, store layout planning & product placement - designing customer flow, optimising lighting, and using fixtures effectively to guide purchasing decisions.

Understanding customer behaviour & retail psychology.

Customer Service Skills for retail, including high quality customer interaction skills- effective communication, problem solving, and managing queries or complaints. Service excellence & personalisation- delivering tailored shopping experiences, a key differentiator in modern retail.

Retail Optimisation Skills to improve store performance and operational efficiency, including retail operations management- record keeping, staffing, stock control and security procedures. Maximising retail profitability, including evaluating sales data, identifying improvement opportunities, and applying merchandising strategies.

Marketing products effectively - basic retail marketing skills to support promotions, product visibility and brand positioning.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Technical / Weighting: 60

Price / Weighting:  40

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information

IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number in the OJ S:

2026/S 000-045887

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1

Title: Lot 1 - Digital Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 2

Title: Lot 2 - Management Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 3

Title: Lot 3 - Marketing

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 4

Title: Lot 4 - Communication and Soft Skills

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 5

Title: Lot 5 - Health and Safety

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 6

Title: Lot 6 - Construction and Trades

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 7

Title: Lot 7 - Training and Assessing

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 8

Title: Lot 8 - Care, Mindfulness and Wellbeing

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 9

Title: Lot 9 - HR Training, Procurement, Tendering and Bid Writing

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 10

Title: Lot 10 - Accountancy Systems

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 11

Title: Lot 11 - Visual Merchandising, Customer Service and Retail Optimisation

A contract/lot is awarded: No

V.1 Information on non-award

The contract/lot is not awarded

Other reasons (discontinuation of procedure)

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3) Additional information

(SC Ref:842355)

VI.4) Procedures for review

VI.4.1) Review body

Dundee Sheriff & Justice of the Peace Courts

6 West Bell Street

Dundee

DD1 9AD

UK

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

08/09/2026

Coding

Commodity categories

ID Title Parent category
80500000 Training services Education and training services

Delivery locations

ID Description
100 UK - All

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The buyer has restricted the alert for this notice to suppliers based in the following regions.

ID Description
There are no alert restrictions for this notice.

About the buyer

Main contact:
procurement@dundeeandangus.ac.uk
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N/a
Other contact:
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