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Forward Institute Support to the Army Advanced Development Programme

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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06 Nov 2020 at 09:15

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06 Nov 2020 at 09:09

Award

27 Oct 2020 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract titled "Forward Institute Support to the Army Advanced Development Programme". This procurement, classified under adult and other education services, was initiated through a direct procurement method as a single tender action, due to it being below the PCR threshold. The contract, valued at £95,892.50, commenced on 3rd September 2020 and is set to conclude on 31st July 2022. The awarded contract is linked to a training package that aims to enhance the leadership capabilities of military officers and civil servants based in Andover, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in educational and coaching services. Businesses that can deliver bespoke training packages focused on leadership development, organisational skills, and reflective learning will be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in future procurements. The unique nature of this programme within the army's framework makes it an attractive prospect for those capable of influencing military leadership development.

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Notice Title

Forward Institute Support to the Army Advanced Development Programme

Notice Description

The AADP is the Army's development programme for those Officers and Civil Servants who have been identified as having the energy, intellect and acumen to excel and have the potential for senior leadership positions. The AADP will be at the centre of Army HQ business with a unique opportunity to influence the shape of the Army for the future. The AADP currently undertake a significant business skills package but what is required is a training packaged which allows them to reflect on their learning and to fully exploit the training they have been given. This contract has been awarded to Forward Institute via single source due to being below the PCR threshold.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cbedcdaa-cbc4-48c4-b0f4-15b4472db4cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53bee0c6-2e89-406a-8ad6-e3be5bc422fb
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,892 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,892 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2020 - 31 Jul 2022 1-2 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Sacha King-Botha
Contact Email
sacha.king-botha100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HJ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION

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