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Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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26 Feb 2025 at 13:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) Commercial has awarded a contract to Queen Mary University of London for the provision of a "Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8." This falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services. The procurement process involved a direct single tender action, below the threshold, and has now reached the award stage. The programme is intended to run from 28th February 2025 to 30th April 2026. The locations for the service delivery include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world. The tender period ended on 28th January 2025, with the award announced on 26th February 2025, and the total contract value stands at £88,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in higher education and specialised training services. By participating in such a contract, institutions can showcase their expertise in delivering advanced educational programmes while building a reputable client in Defra. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given their potential flexibility and innovative approaches. Furthermore, successful participation can enhance business growth through increased visibility and experience in handling government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8

Notice Description

Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e77ff31-5829-48ac-a421-9f8993836f3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/864730a4-7772-4f0d-b261-4b971a4b3e65
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
£88,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
28 Feb 2025 - 30 Apr 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
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

QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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