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713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has recently completed a public procurement process titled "713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching," engaging in the provision of coaching services classified under CPV code 79998000, with additional classification as adult and other education services (CPV 80400000). The procurement was managed via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, ensuring strategic engagement and competition among pre-qualified suppliers. This contract, valued at £639,225 GBP, commenced on 4th June 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2028. The geographical focus for delivery is within the postal area GU47 9DX, contributing to educational objectives for military personnel in England. Key dates of importance included the tender period ending on 31st March 2025.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses offering bespoke coaching and educational services tailored to leadership development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-positioned to compete in such frameworks due to the Ministry of Defence's suitability criteria favouring smaller service providers. By participating in this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio within the public sector, enhance market credibility, and foster long-term partnerships with major public entities such as the Ministry of Defence, aligning with the strategic objectives of public sector support and inclusivity in leadership training programmes.

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Notice Title

713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching

Notice Description

The General Staff Centre (GSC) delivers the CODC to every Maj, Lt Col and Col prior to assumption of a command post as mandatory pre-employment training. The course is delivered to 150 personnel per year. The CO has, arguably, the most direct leadership influence over the Army's soldiers and junior officers and it is immensely important that the individual is given the opportunity and the relevant tools to reflect on their command style. The coaching provision as part of the preparation for command has been delivered for the last four years and proved able to meet the demands and expectations of Op TEAMWORK. In this context it is essential that the CO takes the lead and sets the example of making the most of all opportunities for inclusivity and self awareness, this offers a tangible example of engaging with this as a process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5f2e3515-29c7-407b-8185-08efe32590a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ecc03a-63a3-42fa-88f1-2966a3faae3f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

79998000 - Coaching services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£639,225 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£639,225 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HENLEY BUSINESS SCHOOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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