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Chevening Gurukul Programme for Leadership and Excellence

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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21 Dec 2016 at 15:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is conducting the Chevening Gurukul Programme for Leadership and Excellence, which falls under administration services. This is an open procurement process and is currently in the award stage, having awarded a contract to the University of Oxford. The tender period ended on 1 November 2016, and the contract is set to commence on 4 April 2017 and will conclude on 31 March 2020. The programme aims to provide fully funded scholarships and fellowships to aspiring leaders, with a significant focus on enhancing Indo-UK relationships.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in educational programme management and delivery, particularly those that can cater to international students or have expertise in leadership training. Companies that specialise in creating tailored educational courses or training programmes for mid-to-senior professionals would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging with such initiatives not only fosters growth but also aligns with international collaboration efforts, enhancing a business's profile and capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Chevening Gurukul Programme for Leadership and Excellence

Notice Description

Chevening Gurukul Programme for Leadership and Excellence Additional information: Chevening is the UK government's international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations, Chevening offers two types of awards - Scholarships and Fellowships. Chevening India programme is now the largest in the world. We offer up to 130 fully funded scholarships and fellowships. The scholarships are for one year Master's in any subject at a recognised UK University. The fellowships offer specifically designed courses aimed at mid-to-senior level professionals from India who are looking to expand their knowledge and expertise in their specific field of work. The programmes are tailored short courses which run for 8-12 weeks at a designated UK university. Chevening offers a unique opportunity for future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from all over the world to develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK culture, and build lasting positive relationships with the UK. Numbering over 44,000 worldwide, Chevening Alumni are an influential and highly regarded group. They have an excellent record of rising to positions of leadership across a wide range of fields including politics, business, the media, civil society, science and technology, and academia. The primary objectives of the Chevening India programme are: To promote Indo-UK political, economic and commercial interests To increase knowledge of and respect for British Institutions and values To forge lasting ties with India's future leaders, opinion formers and decisions makers in politics, government, business, journalism, science and technology and civil society.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2a8583cf-30a4-4c4b-a4bf-190770320d74
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dd26316-a7d6-4407-b9a6-9f3d822875e4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£840,671 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20169 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

Further Information

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