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Professional Economist Level 6 ST0603 X5

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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15 Oct 2025 at 08:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process organised by Defra Commercial has reached the award stage, concerning the contract titled "Professional Economist Level 6 ST0603 X5". This contract falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services, with a CPV code of 80000000. The procurement was conducted using a direct method through a single tender action under the threshold. It involves services across a wide location range, including the United Kingdom, various British Overseas Territories, Europe, and beyond. The award, announced on 15th October 2025, marks the commencement of the contract period starting 15th September 2025 and extending until 15th March 2029.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing educational and training services, particularly those familiar with fulfilling high-level economist roles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to appreciate this opportunity, encouraging their growth within a diverse market reach that spans numerous regions. Given the tender's direct procurement nature, businesses with established relationships and capabilities to deliver specialised educational content are ideal candidates for similar future opportunities. The collaboration with a prestigious institution such as the University of Kent as a supplier signifies heightened industry standards and expectations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Professional Economist Level 6 ST0603 X5

Notice Description

Professional Economist Level 6 ST0603 X5

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b239d31c-2a0f-495f-8dc7-beb582713e4b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/260c3e27-7cd6-42e6-865a-b401b005dee8
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

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 15 Mar 2029 3-4 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
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

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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