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AWARD - Provision of Coding E-Learning

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 May 2025 at 12:12

Award Notice
Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 12:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT), located at Great Minster House, London, has completed the procurement for the provision of coding e-learning services. This contract, awarded to The Knowledge Academy Limited, involves a three-year term starting from 6th May 2025 and concluding on 5th May 2028, with an expected contract value of £30,000. The procurement process was conducted openly and competitively, below the Find a Tender Service threshold, in the services category encompassing education and e-learning. Notably, the call for tenders was initiated on 21st February 2025, with the invitation closing on 13th March 2025. The awarded contract will provide specialised e-learning in R, SQL, Python, and Excel to the DfT's analysts across various locations, including the UK and international territories.

This tender provides significant business opportunities for enterprises specialising in digital education services, particularly those with expertise in coding and data analysis tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are highly encouraged to participate in such procurements, given their eligibility and suitability preferences. The long-term nature of the contract and potential for increased value based on demand cater to businesses aiming to expand their client base and presence within the government sector. Companies equipped with robust e-learning platforms and proficient in delivering online training can leverage this tender to foster business growth and augment their portfolio within the education and training services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AWARD - Provision of Coding E-Learning

Notice Description

Provision for an e-learning Training Provider with specific expertise in R/SQL/Python/Excel. A 3-year contract (1+1+1). Procured via an open, competitive procurement (services), below FTS threshold.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afe58921-dfca-41d1-a7be-b88c25a2f30a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
5 May 2025 - 5 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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 KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY

Further Information

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