Award

Level 5 Coaching Apprenticeship ST0809 X 5

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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14 Apr 2026 at 06:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a Level 5 Coaching Apprenticeship ST0809 involves Defra Commercial, a buying organisation based in London, United Kingdom. The contract falls under the Education and training services category and targets services pertaining to skill development. The procurement method used is direct, through a single tender action below the threshold. The award has been recently made on 14th April 2026, with the BPP Professional Education Limited selected as the supplier. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 22nd May 2026, and the start of the contract on 22nd June 2026, lasting until 22nd December 2027. The procurement has been completed at the award stage, showcasing opportunities primarily across British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK. It is well-suited for SME and VCSE organisations.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the education and training industry to expand their reach and build solid partnerships. Given the focus on coaching apprenticeships, companies with expertise in educational services and training provision are eminently suited to compete for such contracts. Additionally, firms looking to engage with government and expand their portfolio across diverse regions could greatly benefit. The direct procurement method signals a streamlined process, advantageous to businesses that can offer quick turnaround and match specific criteria. With Defra Commercial's backing, this contract offers significant potential for growth for qualified suppliers.

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Notice Title

Level 5 Coaching Apprenticeship ST0809 X 5

Notice Description

Level 5 Coaching Apprenticeship ST0809 X 5

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-59aa445c-7ff9-48ab-9e4f-3cba6767d48e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ffe866e-a25d-4367-a8af-92015fa26722
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 22 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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