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AWARDED: TAVI3137 - AAIB Sponsorship of MSc in Human Factors in Aviation

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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28 Aug 2024 at 08:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) has awarded a contract under reference TAVI3137 for the sponsorship of an MSc in Human Factors in Aviation to Coventry University. The contract focuses on supporting an individual to undertake part-time studies while working for the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB). This procurement, classified under the CPV category for Education and training services, is valued at £11,200 and covers the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is a direct single tender action below the threshold, with the tender period ending on 14 August 2024, and the contract running from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2026.

Business opportunities stemming from this contract are particularly beneficial for entities specialising in educational programmes related to aviation and human factors. The collaboration with the AAIB highlights the growing importance of specialised knowledge in air accident investigations, providing an avenue for educational institutions to contribute directly to industry advancements. Larger scale organisations in the education sector, especially those with established programmes in aviation and human factors, would find this contract particularly advantageous for showcasing their expertise and fostering industry relationships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AWARDED: TAVI3137 - AAIB Sponsorship of MSc in Human Factors in Aviation

Notice Description

The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) is an independent unit within the Department for Transport, which reports to the Secretary of State for Transport. This contract relates to the AAIB's sponsorship of a single individual to undertake a part-time MSc in Human Factors in Aviation, alongside that individual's work for the AAIB. The course will commence in September 2024 and terminate by 30 August 2026. The total value of the sponsorship is PS11,200. Human factors in aviation has been recognised as an indispensable part of skills used during air accident investigations. Increased expert knowledge of Human Factors which will assist AAIB investigators to use a multidisciplinary approach to shape the conclusions of investigation reports by drawing on the latest human factors research.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6054cd70-2a6f-4b79-99e3-8e8a84f47840
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/850193dd-cefa-4e3c-9ba3-d5b51cde8d34
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
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
£11,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2026 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

Further Information

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