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Contract variation

CABINET OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has undertaken a public procurement process for the provision of learning and development services, within the education and training services industry category. The contract, referenced as CCZP20A03, operates primarily across the UK, with a substantial focus in London. This procurement has advanced to the contract modification stage due to additional service needs arising during contract performance. The original contract, which was signed on 6th October 2020 and initially set to expire on 31st October 2025, has been extended by six months to 30th April 2026 to ensure business continuity. The procurement method involved a significant contract amendment, with necessary regulatory compliance under Regulation 72(1)(b) and Regulation 72(1)(e) due to the requirement for additional services that could not be fulfilled by a different contractor without causing substantial inconvenience or cost duplication.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for firms specialising in education and training services. The extension and modification of the contract with Ernst & Young LLP, valued at £195,000,000, underline the ongoing demand and potential for continued engagement in such services. Large-scale enterprises with expertise in providing flexible, high-quality learning and development services that can adapt to changing needs will find this an exceptional opportunity to leverage their capabilities and enhance their market presence with the UK government. By ensuring the continuity and seamless transition of learning services during the extended contract period, businesses can establish and grow a robust partnership with a prominent government entity.

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Notice Title

Contract variation

Notice Description

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e279
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005299-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£195,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

ERNST & YOUNG

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