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DS4D-McIvor Recommendations and Beyond ExCo Sponsorship, DWG & Strategic Communications

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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06 Mar 2026 at 09:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Corsham, England, has completed the procurement process for "DS4D-McIvor Recommendations and Beyond ExCo Sponsorship, DWG & Strategic Communications," categorised under training services. The contract was awarded on 6th March 2026, following a call-off from a framework agreement, with key activities happening between 10th February and 31st March 2026. The selective procurement method was utilised, highlighting a structured approach towards sourcing suitable suppliers to deliver services within the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for SMEs specialising in training services. Given the scale and nature of the contract, large suppliers like Korn Ferry (UK) Limited, which was awarded the contract, demonstrate the potential for robust strategic partnerships. Businesses focused on strategic communications and training services across the United Kingdom stand to benefit from similar future opportunities within public procurement processes led by major government entities such as the Ministry of Defence. While VCSE suitability was not considered in this procurement, SMEs are strongly encouraged to engage due to their favourable inclusion.

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Notice Title

DS4D-McIvor Recommendations and Beyond ExCo Sponsorship, DWG & Strategic Communications

Notice Description

DS4D McIvor Recommendations and Beyond ExCo Sponsorship, DWG & Strategic Communications

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10ad3b5c-ec17-4c74-a71b-eca12cad381c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb38af9c-8a75-48da-a503-fb97f256a25b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£931,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£931,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORSHAM
Postcode
SN13 9NR
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Corsham Ladbrook
Westminster Constituency
Chippenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KORN FERRY (UK

Further Information

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