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Women in Diplomacy

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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29 Jul 2024 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the "Women in Diplomacy" project, focusing on specialist training services under the CPV code 80510000. This project aims to bring together female diplomats from the UK and seven European countries for a career development programme, covering areas such as personal branding, goal setting, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills. The contract, awarded to Polaris Global Consultancy Limited, covers services to be delivered across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the rest of the world. Key dates include the tender period ending on 1st July 2024, with the contract running from 1st August 2024 to 15th March 2025. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure below the threshold, and the total contract value is £41,974 GBP.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in training and development services, particularly those capable of delivering complex and culturally sensitive educational programmes on a global scale. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders due to the specific suitability criteria outlined. By participating in this programme, businesses can enhance their reputation and network within the diplomatic and governmental sectors, positioning themselves for further opportunities within public sector contracts and international development projects.

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Notice Title

Women in Diplomacy

Notice Description

'Women in Diplomacy' project aims to bring a cohort of female diplomats from the UK and seven European countries (Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Poland, The Netherlands, Norway, Ireland and the EEAS.) together for a career development programme. This programme will focus on development areas such as personal branding, goal setting, negotiation, communication and leadership skills. It will also invite female leaders in government to share best practice and identify common challenges and opportunities. The FCDO seeks to contract an external training provider to help deliver the career development aspect of the Women in Diplomacy project in FY24-25.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc3a3f6e-5baa-49b8-81e4-5e6c330d6a3f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,974 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£41,974 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 15 Mar 2025 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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Ingrida Kyguolyte
Contact Email
ingrida.kyguolyte@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

POLARIS GLOBAL CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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