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Mastery Platform to enable Capability Academies

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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24 Feb 2026 at 10:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by H M Revenue & Customs involves the provision of a Mastery Platform to Enable Capability Academies. This contract falls under the educational software package sector, aimed at delivering a Learning Management System for the mastery of specific skills. The contract is valued at £295,037 and will span from 2nd March 2026 to 1st March 2027, with Think Associates Limited as the supplier. The procurement method employed was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is currently in the Award phase, with the award notice published on the 24th of February, 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology, particularly those with experience in integrating content for skill mastery through cohort management. The contract is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing such entities the chance to expand their business operations and establish a lasting partnership with H M Revenue & Customs, a reputable buying organisation. Businesses with innovative solutions in Learning Management Systems may find this project well-aligned with their expertise and growth objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mastery Platform to enable Capability Academies

Notice Description

Learning Management System (LMS) for the mastery of specific skills through cohort management and content integration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-87813501-d980-4c20-bd5c-a7d35560601d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e95d3b42-7652-41ba-b683-2ec000ea8ffc
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48190000 - Educational software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£295,037 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£295,037 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINK ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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