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Level 7 Operational Research Specialist Apprenticeship

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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16 Jan 2026 at 17:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Department for Business and Trade involves a contract for a "Level 7 Operational Research Specialist Apprenticeship." This contract, classified under the industry category of adult and other education services (CPV: 80400000), is valued at £56,000 and covers a period from 16th January 2026 to 1st September 2028. Located in England, with delivery extending to regions such as the United Kingdom, Europe, and others, the procurement method followed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender was at the award stage as of 16th January 2026, with the University of Kent being named as the supplier to deliver services aimed at upskilling four learners in operational research.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses looking to engage with the educational service sector, especially those specialising in professional and adult education services. Companies capable of providing high-quality educational programmes and workforce development solutions would find this contract particularly advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete, as the procurement process highlights suitability for these entities. Engaging with such contracts can provide businesses with increased visibility and potential growth through partnerships with prominent governmental departments, ensuring a strategic foothold in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Level 7 Operational Research Specialist Apprenticeship

Notice Description

A new contract is required for four learners to join the 'Operational Research specialist Level 7' apprenticeship standard. It will allow the learners to upskill within the area of research allowing them to become experts in the field and offer increased value for money.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-951c48e8-31a1-4b85-8e7c-3db139496d71
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/449646c2-0a49-4ce6-af19-0deb9065aa7e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 1 Sep 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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 KENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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