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Senior People Professional Level 7

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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13 Jul 2026 at 08:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Senior People Professional Level 7" has been completed, with Defra Commercial as the buying organisation. This contract falls under the Education and Training Services industry category, identified by the CPV code 80000000. Key contract locations include the United Kingdom and globally, such as the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The planning and tendering phases culminated with the contract award to Babington Business College Ltd on 13th July 2026. The contract period started on 1st July 2026 and will conclude on 1st October 2027.

This tender presents an opportunity for growth, especially for SMEs specialising in providing advanced training and education services. By securing contracts like this, businesses can expand their reach both within the UK and internationally. Companies that can offer specialised training and have the capability to deliver education services to diverse geographical locations would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders in the future. Participating in framework agreements like this can provide ongoing business prospects and solidify relationships with governmental organisations like Defra Commercial.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Senior People Professional Level 7

Notice Description

Senior People Professional Level 7

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa1500f7-1a61-4c29-822e-c8a4f96023df
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,893 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20263 days ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Oct 2027 1-2 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
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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