Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cba-b24b-71f7-9658-e4ba8b2a7fac/vru-freight-training-framework pendingGBopen procedureSuitable for SMEs # VRU Freight Training Framework [Transport for London](https://tendernation.io/buyers/transport-for-london) Estimated value £980,000 Published 15 Sept 2023 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Transport for London (TfL) is seeking to award a single supplier framework agreement for the provision of VRU (Vulnerable Road User) Freight Training. The Supplier will be required to: •Deliver an estimated 250 - 350 regulated Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) courses to circa 5000 HGV drivers annually. •Provide approved training venues to deliver approved DCPC courses. •Provide sufficient safe areas to conduct practical on cycle training prior to moving on to public roads in each of the London Boroughs or within the M25. •Use a recognised management process (such as ISO 9001), •Provide delegate learning resources for each participant on the course, •Collect and upload participant feedback to the training portal and the DVSA. The contract will be for 3 years with an option to extend for a further 1 year. The deadline for tender submission is 12:00 noon 27th Oct 2023. Full details will be provided in the specification and invitation to tender (ITT)documents. The tender will be managed on TfL's e-tendering platform SAP ARIBA. Tender submission and any tender clarification queries must be submitted via this platform. ### Tender Registration Process In order to receive access to the live tender ITT documentation, you must be registered on the SAP Ariba platform via the address indicated: [s1-eu.ariba.com](https://s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing/Main/ad/selfRegistration?realm=TfL) The project reference is TfL 96406 or WS1493057306WS. All messages and tender submissions should be submitted via this platform. Once registered, please email: to complete the registration process and gain access to the tender documentation. Please note, you will not be able to access the tender documentation unless your registration is complete. This should be completed as soon as possible to avoid delays. If you need any support in registering for SAP Ariba, please contact our SAP Ariba Supplier enablement team at: [ariba\_supplier\_enablement@tfl.gov.uk](mailto:ariba_supplier_enablement@tfl.gov.uk) Any questions or issues please contact: Mo Dawodu -- Read full description ## CPV classification Education and training services Source Contracts Finder (UK) · Notice 6658f565-2fbf-4c86-ae5a-ed041446df22 [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/6658f565-2fbf-4c86-ae5a-ed041446df22) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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