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07 Jul 2026 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Business and Trade, involves the provision of a Project Leadership Programme (PLP) across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement, classified under "Adult and other education services," has been awarded at the stage of the process, with the contract commencing on 7th July 2026 and concluding on 11th August 2027. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the total contract value is £10,300 GBP.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those capable of delivering leadership programmes. The procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), with Cranfield Management Development Limited being awarded the contract. Engaging in contracts like this can enhance a company's portfolio, expand their reach internationally, and foster significant business growth within the adult education sector. The contract's scope, spanning several regions, calls for businesses that can operate across diverse geographic locations, opening doors for both established and emerging companies in the field.

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Notice Title

Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP)

Notice Description

Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP) x 1 Learner

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f3b60e29-4d66-4386-8ff3-b4038cf4f918
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f2e68aa-a3e7-499a-b793-4325f033decb
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, VCSE
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
£10,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,300 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 11 Aug 2027 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

CRANFIELD MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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