Award

Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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13 Mar 2026 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Defra Commercial involves the contract titled "Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4," focusing on educational and training services with a CPV classification of 80000000. The contract, awarded to Connexin Academy, is active with a contract period from 21 January 2026 to 21 January 2028. This procurement uses a direct method through a single tender action below the threshold, opening opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The tender stage has been completed with the contract awarded on 13 March 2026 and was planned for delivery across multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those seeking to enhance their portfolios by collaborating with government entities. With Defra Commercial as the buying organisation, this contract might aid suppliers in expanding their reach and capabilities by providing services across varied regions. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs looking to leverage government contracts to foster growth. Businesses competent in procurement and supply chain management at Level 4 can significantly benefit from such contract opportunities, tapping into a sector that values proficiency in delivering structured education and training programmes.

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Notice Title

Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4

Notice Description

Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-62c739d4-0cc4-4f72-8217-06803d398c00
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/007f01f3-37bc-465e-be12-b7af6e99384d
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
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
21 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20262 days ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 21 Jan 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
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

CONNEXIN ACADEMY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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