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Geopolitics Training 101 - 2025/26

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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31 Jan 2025 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has completed the procurement process for "Geopolitics Training 101 - 2025/26," categorised under education and training services (CPV 80000000). This contract involves developing departmental capabilities in geopolitics over twelve monthly sessions, aiming to enhance DBT staff's understanding of geopolitical impacts on trade and business. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below threshold, with The Siwa Group being awarded the contract. The tender period concluded on 24th January 2025, with the contract set to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering delivery locations including the United Kingdom and several international territories. The contract has a total value of £42,840 and supports SMEs, though is not specifically targeted towards VCSEs.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in training and educational services, particularly those with expertise in geopolitics and international trade. SMEs, such as The Siwa Group, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities, demonstrating the ability to deliver targeted, high-quality training programs. This procurement process underscores the DBT's commitment to specialised professional development, and future tenders of this nature could represent lucrative projects for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio and government contracting experience.

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Notice Title

Geopolitics Training 101 - 2025/26

Notice Description

Geopolitics Training 101 - 2025-26 The course will consist of 12 sessions for a year (1 each month) Training coordinator will develop departmental capability on Geopolitics at an introductory level so that DBT staff are able to understand what Geopolitics is and the impact it can have on trade and business, applying this knowledge in their roles.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-24b0c4f7-60d7-4af1-b034-236eeac4be38
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ad202cd-1f4b-43f9-9a8a-b45b7b70e542
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,840 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,840 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE SIWA GROUP

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