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SD Planning HRA Training Programme

NATURAL ENGLAND

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20 Oct 2025 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "SD Planning HRA Training Programme" was conducted by Natural England, located in Leeds, England. This initiative falls under the "Environmental training services" category in the public service sector. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the award stage, being completed by 12th August 2025, with the contracted work commencing on 13th August 2025 and concluding by 27th March 2026. The entire contract is valued at £35,915, and the procurement is specifically designated to facilitate participation by small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in environmental training services to engage with a notable government entity like Natural England. The project, awarded to RICARDO-AEA Limited, offers potential for business expansion within the environmental sector and enhances the contractor's portfolio and relationship with public bodies. Companies experienced in providing specialised training programmes and capable of meeting selective procurement criteria would find such opportunities suited to their growth strategies.

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Notice Title

SD Planning HRA Training Programme

Notice Description

SD Planning HRA Training Programme

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9806100-178f-4f2b-a103-e1a4c746374d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b6b3d1-b220-4d5c-a65b-c1b73ddc44ce
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

80540000 - Environmental training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,915 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,915 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS11 9AT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Beeston & Holbeck
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO-AEA

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