Provision of DfT Executive Leadership Strategy Development 2026-28

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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10 Jun 2026 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Department for Transport (DfTc) involves the award of a contract for the "Provision of DfT Executive Leadership Strategy Development 2026-28". This project falls under the Personal Development Training Services category and was executed through a selective procurement method with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was completed with a budget of £100,000 and the contract was awarded on 16 April 2026 to The Responsible Leadership Foundation Ltd, a large scale supplier based in London. The contract commenced on 11 May 2026 and will end on 10 May 2028. The services provided are intended to happen across various locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, Europe, and globally.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies experienced in delivering high-level leadership development initiatives, particularly at Director or CEO level within the public sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could be well-suited for similar contracts due to DfTc's acknowledgement of their suitability in the procurement process. Businesses specialising in executive training and strategic development services stand to benefit from engagement with such high-profile public sector contracts, potentially enhancing their portfolio and reputation within the industry.

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Notice Title

Provision of DfT Executive Leadership Strategy Development 2026-28

Notice Description

The overall aim of the contract is to deliver timely interventions for the ELT as required to support the Authority in meeting the strategic requirements for DfT in line with direction outlined by the Government of the day. The Authority is looking to appoint one supplier to deliver Executive Leadership Strategy Development Support. The successful supplier will be skilled and experienced in delivering initiatives at Director/CEO level within a public sector context. The maximum budget for this contract is PS100,000, for delivery of 8 development events.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f18a0529-e9db-499a-80f2-6364d6469504
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91a83bbd-8f1b-41b4-a0d5-c06aa1419321
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION

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