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International Capacity Building on Sustainable Aviation Fuels for Department for Transport

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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11 Mar 2026 at 09:50

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04 Jul 2025 at 13:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc), located at Wellington Place, Leeds, initiated a procurement process labelled "International Capacity Building on Sustainable Aviation Fuels". Classified under "Environmental training services" (CPV 80540000), this contract aimed to provide international capacity-building services across several regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process was selective, using a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and transitioned into the award update stage on 11th March 2026, following the initial award stage on 4th July 2025. The contract was valued at £430,000 and is scheduled to take place from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2026.

This tender is an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental training services, especially those proficient in sustainable aviation fuels, to expand their market reach. The contract is particularly suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) given its selective nature and the strategic global locations involved. Winning a contract of this magnitude can significantly contribute to the growth and reputation of suitable businesses, particularly those capable of international service delivery and seeking to enhance their experience with governmental projects.

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Notice Title

International Capacity Building on Sustainable Aviation Fuels for Department for Transport

Notice Description

International Capacity Building on Sustainable Aviation Fuels for Department for Transport

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9b608c8e-54a2-4e9d-a88a-9d412556e80b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06b746dc-f07b-47dd-a6b1-b1d026ea5e45
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

80540000 - Environmental training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

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