ACP Formation

What ACP Formation does

ACP Formation, established in 1984 and headquartered at 18-24 Rue Tiphaine, Paris, is a French professional training organization specialized in public procurement, public purchasing, public accounting, and public finance. The company operates as a brand within the SKOLAE Formation group (formerly ABILWAYS, formed from the 2024-2025 merger between ABILWAYS and M2i), which comprises 8 specialist training brands, 3,000+ trainings, approximately 2,900 expert trainers, and 40 training centers across Europe. ACP Formation serves French state agencies, territorial collectivities, public hospitals, intermunicipal cooperation entities (EPCI), and private companies seeking to respond to public tenders. The company maintains approximately 150 expert trainers drawn from ministries and territorial collectivities and trains roughly 6,000 professionals per year, reporting a 9/10 customer satisfaction score in its 2025 client survey.

The product portfolio spans more than 100-130 training courses (including 'Règlementation des marchés publics' Levels 1-2, 'Les nouveaux CCAG en marchés publics', 'Les marchés publics informatiques et le CCAG-TIC', and AI-in-procurement courses), certification pathways ('Parcours Certifiants'), and three flagship annual conferences (BJCP Days, Public Property Days, DSP/Concessions Conference). The underlying technology is a digital learning platform combining e-learning modules, webinars, virtual classes, post-training intersessions, and online evaluation tools, with customer and training data hosted at a Vélizy-Villacoublay data center and processed via a GDPR-compliant Mauritius-based data processor. Training delivery spans inter-company sessions (group enrollment) in 9+ French cities (Paris, Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Nantes, Marseille, Rennes, Strasbourg, Toulouse), intra-company customized sessions at client premises, fully customized programs, and distance learning.

The revenue model is professional-services-style training fees rather than recurring SaaS. Inter-company course pricing ranges from €775 NET per person (1-day essentials) to €2,195 NET per person (4-day Level 1 Regulation), intra-company pricing starts at €5,495 HT per group of up to 12, conferences are priced at €1,020-€1,595 HT per attendee, and digital products are sold as standalone or bundled offerings. Go-to-market is direct enterprise sales to government agencies, territorial collectivities, and hospitals, supplemented by inbound through content marketing (website catalog, blog, white papers, expert interviews, webinars), organic SEO, LinkedIn, newsletter, and proprietary conferences. The company holds Qualiopi certification (French Ministry of Labor) and Acteurs de la Compétence membership, credentials required to access French public-sector training budgets.

Name

ACP Formation

Legal name

ACP FORMATION

Website

https://acpformation.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ACP Formation is a Paris-based French professional training organization (founded 1984) specializing in public procurement, public purchasing, and public finance, serving state agencies, territorial collectivities, hospitals, and private companies through 130+ courses and flagship conferences as a brand within the SKOLAE Formation group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Training Services (Public Procurement)

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Credentialing, Certification Prep & Exam Training (BPACANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Strategic Leadership & Business Acumen (EDABAAAC)

Keywords

• Public procurement training
• Professional training services
• Public purchasing training
• Public sector education
• Certification pathways

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: Revenue generated from professional training courses in public procurement, public purchasing, public accounting, and public finance. Courses delivered in multiple formats (inter, intra, customized, distance) to government and private sector clients. Pricing varies by course duration, format, and group size.
2. Conference and Events: High-profile conferences on public contracts law (BJCP days, Property Public days, DSP and concessions conferences) generating revenue from attendance fees
3. Digital Products: Digital training products including e-learning modules, video-based learning paths, and digital resources sold as standalone products or bundled with training packages

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ACP Formation is a French professional training organization specializing in public procurement, public purchasing, public accounting, and public finance. It delivers 150+ training courses through inter-company sessions in 9 French cities, intra-company programs at client premises, customized training, and distance learning, alongside annual signature conferences such as the BJCP Days. The company trains approximately 6,000 professionals per year using 150 expert trainers drawn from ministries and territorial collectivities.

Product overview

ACP Formation is a professional training organization within the SKOLAE Formation group (formerly ABILWAYS) specializing in public procurement, public purchasing, public accounting, and public finance training. The company offers 150+ training courses, annual conferences, and certification pathways delivered across 7 French cities (Paris, Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Nantes, Marseille, Rennes, Strasbourg, Toulouse) and via distance learning. Core offerings include certification courses (Réglementation des marchés publics levels 1-2, Les nouveaux CCAG, Les marchés publics informatiques et CCAG-TIC), AI-focused procurement courses, and specialized conferences (Les journées du BJCP, Les journées de la propriété publique, DSP et concessions). Training formats include inter-company, intra-company, customized programs, and digital products. The company holds Qualiopi certification and has been operating since 1984.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Formation Réglementation des marchés publics - Niveau 1 Comprehensive 4-day (28 hours) certification training on public procurement regulation covering preparation, bidding, and execution of public contracts, including procedures, contract documents, financial management, and practical case studies. Priced at 2,195€ NET per person, available in Paris, Lille, Lyon, Bordeaux and distance learning.
• Les nouveaux CCAG en marchés publics One-day training on the 2021 reform of General Administrative Contract Clauses (CCAG), covering all six CCAG types and their integration into public procurement practices. Intra-company only, from 2 trainees, starting from 1,895€ HT per session.
• Les marchés publics informatiques et le CCAG-TIC Two-day training on IT public procurement specifics and CCAG-TIC clauses, covering hardware procurement, maintenance, software acquisition, SaaS contracts, and infogérance services.
• Les journées du BJCP (Bulletin Juridique des Contrats Publics) Annual two-day conference (December, 14 hours) providing comprehensive analysis of public contracts law jurisprudence, legislative updates, and regulatory changes, featuring experts from Conseil d'État and DAJ. Priced at 1,595€ HT per person at Marriott Champs-Elysées, Paris.
• Les journées de la propriété publique Annual two-day conference (November) on public property law covering domain public/private, valuation, transfer procedures, and current jurisprudential developments.
• DSP et concessions : comment éviter les risques juridiques et financiers One-day conference (September, 7 hours) on public service delegation and concessions covering contract termination, asset management, social aspects, financial risks, and transactional protocols. Priced at 1,020€ HT per person in Paris or distance.
• L'intelligence artificielle dans les achats publics One-day (7 hours) introductory training on artificial intelligence applications in public procurement, rated 4.6/5 by participants. Priced at 795€ NET per person.
• IA et marchés publics Training course focused on AI applications for public procurement professionals, designed to help participants become 'acheteurs 2.0' and integrate AI into procurement workflows.
• Parcours Certifiants Certification pathways combining multiple training modules for professional certification in public procurement and purchasing.
• Formations Intra-entreprise Customized in-company training delivered at client premises or remotely for groups, allowing organizations to train multiple employees together. Priced at 5,495€ HT per group of up to 12 persons.
• Formations Sur Mesure Tailored training programs designed specifically to address unique organizational needs and requirements, with custom curriculum addressing specific client requirements.
• Produits Digitaux ACP Digital learning resources complementing traditional training, including e-learning modules, webinars, video-based learning paths, white papers, and infographics available for individual purchase or organizational licensing.
• Formation Les fondamentaux des marchés publics Two-day (14 hours) initiation training on public procurement fundamentals, available via distance learning. Priced at 1,335€ NET per person, rated 4.6/5 by 292 participants.
• Formation L'essentiel de l'actualité des marchés publics en un jour One-day (7 hours) expertise training on the latest public procurement news and regulatory updates, available via distance learning. Priced at 775€ NET per person, rated 4.2/5.
• Formation Intégrer le développement durable dans les marchés publics One-day (7 hours) perfectionnement training on integrating sustainable development into public procurement. Priced at 775€ NET per person, rated 4.7/5.
• Formation Analyser les candidatures et les offres - Niveau 1 Two-day (14 hours) perfectionnement training on analyzing bids and offers in public procurement. Priced at 1,355€ NET per person, rated 4.6/5.
• Formation Les accords-cadres Two-day (14 hours) perfectionnement training on framework agreements (accords-cadres) in public procurement, available via distance learning. Priced at 1,355€ NET per person, rated 4.6/5.
• Formation Litiges et contentieux dans les marchés publics Two-day (14 hours) expertise training on disputes and litigation in public procurement, available via distance learning. Priced at 1,355€ NET per person, rated 4.5/5.

Quantifiable outcome

• Trainee satisfaction: 9/10 score in 2025 survey based on 2,000 clients
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• BNP ParibascoreOthers · 1 January 2026BNP Paribas handles payment processing through AXEPTA, a solution compliant with Payment Card Industry security standards. Provides secure online payment services for training registrations and conference fees.
• SKOLAE Formation GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerACP Formation is a brand of SKOLAE Formation group, resulting from the merger of ABILWAYS and M2i. Group comprises 8 specialist training brands (M2I, EFE, CFPJ, YESNYOU, ISM, PYRAMYD, NEMETRA, ACP) with 3,000+ trainings, 150,000 annual learners, and 40 training centers across Europe.
• M2I FormationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in AI, IT, and Office skills training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• EFEflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Law, Finance, and Soft Skills training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• CFPJflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Journalism and Communication training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• YESNYOUflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Language Learning training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• ISMflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Marketing, Sales, and Customer Relations training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• PYRAMYDflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Creative Design and Visual Communication training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.
• NEMETRAflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of SKOLAE Formation group, specializing in Ecological Transition and CSR training. One of the 8 expert brands in the group portfolio.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Gereso: French continuing-education organization offering training in public procurement, HR, payroll and management for public and private-sector professionals. Directly comparable catalog and customer overlap with ACP Formation.
• IFG (Institut de Formation en Gestion): Specialist French training provider for public-sector finance, procurement and management professionals. Competes with ACP Formation for the same territorial collectivities and State agency training budgets.
• CSP Formation (Docaposte): Specialist French training provider for public-sector administrative, financial and procurement professionals. Directly comparable catalog and customer base to ACP Formation.
• Lefebvre Dalloz Formation: Continuing-education arm of Lefebvre Dalloz focused on legal, tax and public-procurement topics. Directly competes with ACP Formation's regulatory and jurisprudence-driven training courses.
• Comundi: French continuing-education provider focused on public-sector and HR training, including public-procurement and management topics. Closely overlaps with ACP Formation's customer base of territorial collectivities and public-sector professionals in France.
• CNFCE (Centre National de Formation Continue et d'Études): French continuing-education provider covering public procurement, HR, accounting and management topics. Competes for the same French public-sector training audience as ACP Formation.

Broad incumbents

• Demos: Major European continuing-education group with strong presence in France across management, digital and public-sector topics. Competes broadly with ACP Formation for enterprise and public-sector training budgets.
• Orsys: French IT, digital and management training provider serving enterprise and public-sector clients. Adjacent competitor with overlapping customer base in French public-sector upskilling.
• Cegos: Largest French corporate training provider with broad management, leadership and procurement offerings. Overlaps with ACP Formation's professional-training market but at much greater scale and breadth.

Regional players

• ISM (Institut Supérieur de Management): French private higher-education and continuing-education institution offering programs in management and public-sector professions. Adjacent competitor for the same French public-sector talent pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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