Tender

Talent programme: Aspire

DEFRA

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Tender

18 Feb 2025 at 17:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is inviting tenders for the "Talent programme: Aspire," a specialist training services contract designed to provide career development for Defra group colleagues from ethnic minority backgrounds. This six-month programme addresses identified barriers and aims to equip participants with the necessary skills and confidence to advance in their careers. The contract, classified under CPV code 80510000, covers locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 17 March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract is set to start on 22 April 2025 and will run until 31 December 2027. This open procedure is below the financial threshold and offers full access to the procurement documents online.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and development services, particularly those experienced with diversity and inclusion programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, given the explicit mention of their suitability in the tender documents. Companies with expertise in crafting and delivering training programmes that address specific occupational barriers will find this opportunity well-matched to their capabilities, and successful bidders will be positioned to make a meaningful impact while potentially expanding their business reach and reputation within government contracts.

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Notice Title

Talent programme: Aspire

Notice Description

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome Any questions, requests to participate or tender submissions must be submitted electronically via this portal. Talent Programme: - Aspire is a six-month development programme, specifically designed for all Defra group colleagues, grade AA - EO (or equivalent) who identify as from an Ethnic Minority background. The programme is structured around identified blockers and aims to enable equity to those from ethnic minority backgrounds, providing the tools and knowledge, enabling participants to feel confident and skilled, to progress through their careers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cfb22908-e6c8-481d-9d13-bf170f07cdc1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA
Contact Name
Network Procurement
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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