Professional Accountancy and Apprenticeship Training Services

The National Audit Office (NAO) is seeking an experienced, accredited training provider to deliver professional accountancy tuition and apprenticeship training. This procurement covers Level 6 and Level 7 apprenticeship routes only, supporting graduate and school-leaver trainees undertaking ICAEW qualifications, including ACA examinations. The three main delivery routes are: (1) Level 6 Digital Financial Audit apprenticeships for graduates and school leavers over 48 months, combining a 12-month Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB) with a 36-month Level 6 applied degree apprenticeship in Digital Technology; (2) Level 7 Accountancy Professional apprenticeships for eligible school leavers over 54 months; and (3) ACA Professional qualification route for eligible graduates over 36 months. The contract may include scope for additional related apprenticeship routes or qualification programmes at different levels during the term, subject to business need and funding availability. The estimated contract value is up to £6 million (inclusive of VAT) over a five-year maximum term comprising a three-year initial period with an option to extend for up to two additional years. The procurement is expected to launch in late autumn 2026.