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04 Jun 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Methods/DWP CIA & CAP" has been successfully completed by the buying organisation Methods Business and Digital Technology Ltd, which serves as both the buyer and supplier. This contracting authority specialises in the education and training services sector, operating within the United Kingdom, specifically from its base in London. The procurement used a selective method involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender phase concluded on 26th May 2026. The contract period spans from 4th June 2026 to 9th September 2026, with a total contract value of £600,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on education and training services, especially those with expertise in change management information. The aim is the upskilling and knowledge transfer which is crucial for projects that require specialised skills and expertise. Although the specific procurement method was selective, the project's nature suggests that small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could have competitive advantages due to their adaptability and focused expertise, making it an appealing opportunity for growth and expansion in the industry.

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Notice Title

Methods/DWP CIA & CAP

Notice Description

Upskilling and knowledge transfer of expertise on Change Management information

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-38451f50-084d-405c-8758-e293e037c7fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e81b37c-3b3e-4d91-beba-31325171c86a
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2026 - 9 Sep 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
METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1N 8TS
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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