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Senior Leader Level 7 ST0480 X 5- Future Leaders

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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12 Nov 2025 at 14:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Senior Leader Level 7 ST0480 X 5- Future Leaders" was initiated by the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and has reached the award stage. Posted under the industry category of education and training services, the contract was awarded on 12th November 2025. The contract, valued at £70,000, is scheduled to commence on 22nd December 2025 and conclude on 15th October 2027. Located in England, it involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process considered suitability for SMEs and VCSEs, offering potential inclusivity for diverse business sizes.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those capable of delivering leadership training programmes. With the involvement of the University of Reading as the supplier, this procurement is well-suited for organisations that can leverage academic partnerships to enhance their service offerings. SMEs and VCSEs stand to benefit, especially those looking to expand their reach within governmental contracts. The long-term nature of the contract also provides a stable period for developing innovative training programmes that align with the specified leadership framework, fostering growth and prestige in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Senior Leader Level 7 ST0480 X 5- Future Leaders

Notice Description

Senior Leader Level 7 ST0480 X 5- Future Leaders

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-80c8eea9-288b-4704-8290-5817c6f7df91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0db73464-229e-49da-a29d-f0632cab3aab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 15 Oct 2027 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

UNIVERSITY OF READING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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