FTS UK public procurement

Solent Skills Bootcamp Framework - Lots 24 & 25

Portsmouth City Council

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01 Procurement

Tender overview

Updated 20 August 2026
Buyer
Portsmouth City Council
Status
Active
Procurement method
Open procedure
Category
services
CPV classification
Not supplied
Tender period
Not supplied — 13 September 2026

Description

Portsmouth City Council is reopening the Skills Bootcamp Framework for the purposes of including new Lots 24 & 25 This is an opportunity to deliver Skills Bootcamp training across the Solent as part of a series of skills interventions under the Skills for Life Programme. The Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced training providers to develop in partnership with employers, and deliver Skills Bootcamps at Level 2 to level 5 in: 24 - Construction 3 - Minimum of 60 GLH, up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). These Skills Bootcamps are to be delivered at a minimum of Level 2. We would like these Skills Bootcamps to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). Training to support these individuals to engage with Construction Agencies and also work within the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme. The content of the course should cover one of, as a guide only, roles such as Plant Operator, Groundworks, Utilities, Plastering, Plumbing, Scaffolding, Tiling or another trade where skills shortages can be identified. 25 - Construction 4 - Minimum of 60 GLH, over a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery at a minimum of Level 3. We would like these Skills Bootcamps to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to roles within the Construction Sector. The delivery provider will ensure that, where appropriate to the learner's intended role and progression pathway, learners are supported to obtain the correct Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. The content of the course should cover one of, as a guide only, Construction Management, Construction Supervisor, Project Management for Construction, NEBOSH Management in Construction Health & Safety or another area where skills shortages can be identified. The appointment of suppliers onto the framework for future opportunities and the mini-competitions for Wave 7 awards will be run concurrently.

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Portsmouth City Council

Civic Offices, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, UKJ31, PO1 2AL, United Kingdom

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