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30 Apr 2026 at 10:16

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23 Apr 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking an external delivery partner to implement a bespoke "Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation" programme. This initiative aims to enhance commercial acumen, encourage entrepreneurial mindsets, and develop practical skills for innovation. It targets businesses with expertise in training services, specialist training, and business development consultancy, within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process follows an open procedure with the tender period concluding on 11th May 2026. Contract execution is scheduled from 12th to 13th May 2026, aligning with the Authority's strategic goals.

This tender poses a substantial opportunity for companies identified as suitable, including SMEs and VCSEs, to cultivate business growth. Firms specialising in training services and business development will find this contract a fitting avenue to expand their offerings and influence within the public sector. The programme promises robust engagement and potential expansion for businesses adept at fostering innovation and commercialisation within organisations. The estimated contract value is £125,000, offering a lucrative opportunity for businesses to bolster their organisational capacity and visibility.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation

Notice Description

RAICo seeks to appoint a suitably qualified external delivery partner to design and deliver a tailored Embedding Innovation and Commercialisation Programme for a selected internal cohort. The programme will build commercial awareness, entrepreneurial thinking, and the practical skills required to progress innovation initiatives into viable business propositions aligned with RAICo's strategic objectives

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f7c8868-069d-4195-b808-9a8cd3b976a4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Other - Other
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 13 May 2026 30 days
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
MERCELL UK LTD
Additional Buyers

UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

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