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Provision of Level 1 Ofqual accredited Open Source Intelligence training course (OSINT) (con_29213)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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16 Jan 2026 at 18:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Level 1 Ofqual accredited Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) training course. This contract, categorised under staff development services, involved training delivery to 18 CENSED staff members in locations including Leeds and London, covering a period from January to March 2026. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made to Intelligence Management Support Services Limited, with a contract value of £13,275. The tendering process concluded on 15 October 2025, and the contract is set to run from 27 January to 5 March 2026.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for SMEs involved in educational or professional development services, highlighting the government's inclination to support smaller enterprises. Businesses specialising in intelligence training or staff development are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. By participating in such tenders, companies can expand their portfolio and establish a foothold in government-funded educational and developmental projects across varying locations in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Level 1 Ofqual accredited Open Source Intelligence training course (OSINT) (con_29213)

Notice Description

"Delivery of training in Leeds and London in Jan and Mar 2026 to 18 members of CENSED staff."

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2adb0a71-be29-41f5-9666-7113a61e49bc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/816873f5-336b-489f-95df-8b9bf6806784
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79633000 - Staff development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,275 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,275 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 5 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTELLIGENCE MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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