Award

PhD and MSc supervisor training for APHA colleagues

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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Award

28 May 2025 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process helmed by Defra Commercial involved securing PhD and MSc supervisor training services for the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) colleagues. With its focus on management training, this contract, classified under CPV code 80532000, was awarded after a direct procurement method through a single tender action below threshold. The tender reached its award stage, having been completed with the contract awarded on 28th May 2025 to Skillfluence. The £23,900 contract will run from 18th June to 30th October 2025, with services expected to cover a wide geographic scope including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe, among others. The tender was ideally suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting its inclusive approach.

This opportunity may bolster business growth, particularly for firms specialising in educational and training services. SMEs with expertise in management training and those adept at international engagement stand to gain from similar contracts. Additionally, organisations engaging in strategic partnerships with government bodies like the APHA may find avenues for expansion within the broader network of public sector procurement. The direct single tender action approach suggests a focus on specialised skills and specific expertise, potentially favouring businesses with a distinct niche or a well-regarded reputation in training provision.

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Notice Title

PhD and MSc supervisor training for APHA colleagues

Notice Description

PhD and MSc supervisor training for APHA colleagues

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bd899def-39bf-480a-9a5f-3d8ca1cfe1f0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4271c849-1cfd-49aa-aba9-c016c6d3d495
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
£23,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2025 - 30 Oct 2025 1-6 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
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

SKILLFLUENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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