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07 Jul 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), in collaboration with ICS on behalf of DSIT, has completed a procurement process for Chartered Manager Level 6 Apprenticeships titled "CSP26235 - Fast Track Leadership - Phase 1 Apprenticeships." This procurement is classified under the education and training services category and follows a selective procurement method via a dynamic purchasing system. The awarded contract has a value of £1,320,000 GBP and has been awarded to The University of Reading. It covers a wide geographical area, including the United Kingdom and various international territories, with the contract commencing on 24th June 2026 and concluding on 13th June 2031.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for organisations in the education and training industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), due to its focus on broader regional delivery, including the United Kingdom and beyond. The procurement fosters potential growth for businesses that specialise in apprenticeship training and leadership development, presenting a substantial five-year contract period to deliver impactful educational services. Organisations with a strong background in education will be well-suited to leverage this opportunity, contributing to the training and development of future business leaders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CSP26235 - Fast Track Leadership - Phase 1 Apprenticeships

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) had a requirement for Chartered manager (Level 6) Apprenticeships. This procurement is being awarded via RM6102 - Apprenticeship Training Dynamic Marketplace DPS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b57c759a-6053-414e-9319-5e1269363d9d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a80e57cb-049e-4475-9d95-ffdc23fc8891
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,320,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,320,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 13 Jun 2031 4-5 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
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE UNIVERSITY OF READING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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