Planning

Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP) - re procurement

THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Planning

25 Apr 2025 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA), represented by the Crown Commercial Service, is planning to set up a new contract for the delivery of the Project Leadership Programme. This procurement falls under the education and training services industry and targets project delivery capability enhancement for leaders involved in significant government projects. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a supplier day scheduled virtually for 29 April 2025, marking a prelude to the formal tendering process anticipated to commence at the end of May 2025. Interested suppliers will participate through a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) facilitated by the Crown Commercial Service, with the estimated contract value set at £24,270,000, and the current contract anticipated to expire in December 2025. All activities will be within the UK.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for organisations within the Learning and Training Services industry, particularly those specialising in project leadership development, to engage with a substantial government initiative. Suppliers who are adept at providing innovative training solutions that enhance leadership competencies such as self-management, commercial acumen, and technical expertise are well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses that are Cyber Essentials Plus certified and meet the Government Security Classifications Scheme's requirements will likely find themselves competitive candidates for this tender. By participating, suppliers can expand their portfolio in government contracts, enhance their reputation in the public sector, and potentially foster long-term partnerships with the Crown Commercial Service.

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Notice Title

Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP) - re procurement

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service, as the Authority, intends to put in place an agreement for the Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP) - Re-procurement. The HM Treasury represented by the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) (formerly the Infrastructure and Projects Authority- IPA) (the "Authority") is seeking to establish a Contract for the continued provision of the Project Leadership Programme.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Project Leadership Programme (PLP) It is of critical importance to NISTA is build project delivery capability through enhancing project leadership. To do this NISTA has established two key project leadership development programmes, one of which is the Project Leadership Programme (PLP). Launched in 2015 PLP, is aimed at leaders who hold key delivery roles in large and significant Government projects. The programme is currently delivered by a consortium led by Cranfield University School of Management. The programme has enrolled since its inception over 2700 leaders from across 30 different government departments and bodies and delivers 6 cohorts a year of between 30 -- 50 participants per cohort. PLP is based on three key leadership competencies: leadership of self, commercial leadership and technical leadership. Its content combines expert academic theory with practical hands-on learning. Its format currently includes 4 residential modules, mandatory and elective classes, coaching and online tools such as bespoke 360o feedback and a participant information portal. The current contract expires in December 2025 and it is the intention of NISTA to re-procure the programme. This PIN does not however constitute a commitment by NISTA to commit to any procurement activity or award a contract but is to alert the market to some market engagement activity. The estimated value in this notice is subject to the final requirements identified so constitutes a guide only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050794
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017005-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

75121000 - Administrative educational services

80000000 - Education and training services

80420000 - E-learning services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80511000 - Staff training services

80520000 - Training facilities

80521000 - Training programme services

80522000 - Training seminars

80530000 - Vocational training services

80531000 - Industrial and technical training services

80531200 - Technical training services

80570000 - Personal development training services

80590000 - Tutorial services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,270,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3454102222

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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