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Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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02 Feb 2026 at 15:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has initiated an award for a contract titled "Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship." Classified under adult and other education services, this procurement process focuses on supporting management skill development through the Improvement Leader Level 6 apprenticeship standard. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This award is part of the services procurement category, with the contract awarded to the University of Bedfordshire beginning on 1st June 2026 and concluding on 31st May 2028. The value of this procurement is 15,000 GBP, and it covers delivery not only in the UK but also in international locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe.

This tender offers businesses an excellent opportunity for growth, particularly for those specialising in educational services and management training. With a focus on small and medium enterprises (SMEs), businesses in the service industry that can provide tailored educational programmes are encouraged to engage. The procurement is suitable for SMEs, providing a significant opportunity to supply educational services on an international scale. Engaging in this project can enhance a company's portfolio and expand its market reach, especially for those looking to establish or strengthen ties with public sector clients like the Department for Business and Trade.

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Notice Title

Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship

Notice Description

A new contract is required for the apprenticeship standard 'Improvement Leader Level 6' for one learner. The contract will allow the learner to develop their management skills and their ability to identify and assist with improvements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a1d9aa5-3f6b-4cee-95ae-da08f21e21cf
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

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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 BEDFORDSHIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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