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T505 Aquafier Characterisation Geoscience Training Programme

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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21 Nov 2025 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "T505 Aquafier Characterisation Geoscience Training Programme" has been completed, with Defra Commercial acting as the buying organisation. The contract has been awarded to Leaton Hydrogeology Limited. This project, classified under the CPV code 80532000 (Management training services), involves locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Oversea Territories, and beyond. The procurement method employed was a direct, single tender action below threshold. Key dates include the contract start on 1st March 2025, with completion expected by 31st March 2030. The award was finalised on 21st November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in management training services, particularly those capable of delivering geoscience education. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the direct procurement approach. Participation in such contracts can bolster business credentials, expand service offerings, and strengthen relationships within the public sector, fostering long-term growth and new business avenues across multiple regions.

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Notice Title

T505 Aquafier Characterisation Geoscience Training Programme

Notice Description

T505 Aquafier Characterisation Geoscience Training Programme

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a44e3e60-8c7d-4952-8e4c-02cbef53b183
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89daa744-8e5c-4e71-825e-b07f1bb754e5
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

80532000 - Management training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 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
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

LEATON HYDROGEOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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