Delivery of sub-contractor provision for Personal Learning Account funding 26/27

What this is

The College Merthyr Tydfil seeks multiple expressions of interest from private training providers across Wales to deliver sub-contractor provision under Personal Learning Account funding for 2026/27. The college is looking for accredited or industry-recognized training delivery across five lots: Digital (£135k), Net Zero (£135k), Construction (£60k), Advanced Manufacturing (£60k), and Project Management (£130k).

Key points

• Deadline: 13 August 2026 at 12:00 for submission via Sell2Wales
• Five separate lots available totalling £580,000 across Digital, Net Zero, Construction, Advanced Manufacturing, and Project Management
• Providers must deliver accredited or industry-recognized training with strong employer engagement
• Must comply with safeguarding, data protection, quality assurance and funding requirements
• Single-stage procedure with estimated award date of 28 August 2026
• College reserves right to seek clarification during evaluation; failure to provide sufficient information may affect evaluation

Who can bid

Private training providers across Wales, including self-employed individuals, able to deliver accredited or industry-recognized training and engage potential learners. Providers must demonstrate capacity to work collaboratively with the College and meet safeguarding, data protection, and quality assurance requirements.

Money

Five lots available: Lot 1 Digital £135,000; Lot 2 Net Zero £135,000; Lot 3 Construction £60,000; Lot 4 Advanced Manufacturing £60,000; Lot 5 Project Management £130,000. Total estimated scope approximately £580,000.

How to submit

Responses must be submitted via Sell2Wales portal by 13 August 2026 at 12:00. Completed documents must be returned to Michelle Tawton, Finance, The College Merthyr Tydfil, Ynysfach, Merthyr Tydfil CF48 1AR, or via email to procurement@merthyr.ac.uk. Responses should be proportionate, evidence-based and clearly demonstrate delivery of high-quality provision offering value for money.

Contract period

Personal Learning Account funding for 2026/27 academic year

Classification

CPV 80000000 — Education and training services WalesWest Wales and The ValleysIsle of AngleseyGwynedd