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Apprenticeship Systems Enhancement Project

OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2025 at 08:28

Tender

06 May 2025 at 10:39

Summary of the contracting process

Oxford Brookes University, located in Oxford, United Kingdom, has completed its procurement process for the Apprenticeship Systems Enhancement Project, focused on enhancing apprenticeship operations at the university. The project aimed to find a supplier capable of reducing administrative workload, improving data quality, and driving apprenticeship growth. The procurement was conducted as an open competition below threshold, with a total contract value of £50,000 including VAT. Key dates included the contract start on 13 June 2025 and the end date on 9 December 2025. THINK TRINITY LIMITED, a small and medium-sized enterprise based in Stockport, was awarded the contract during the award stage, which was finalised on 23 June 2025. The main category of services provided falls under general management consultancy services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in management consultancy, particularly those with experience in the higher education and apprenticeship sectors. Companies with expertise in business process improvement, reporting, and system optimisation would find this tender particularly aligned with their skills. The project's focus on sustainable growth and enhanced operational efficiencies can open pathways for service providers looking to expand their portfolio within the public authority market, fostering further business growth in both regional and nationwide contexts.

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Notice Title

Apprenticeship Systems Enhancement Project

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender is to find a supplier who can identify and implement solutions that will reduce administrative workload, enhance data quality, improve the learner and employer experience, and drive sustainable apprenticeship growth within the University's apprenticeship operations. Total contract value PS50,000 including VAT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050cf2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034248-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jun 2025 - 9 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Vicky Badger
Contact Email
procurement@brookes.ac.uk, vbadger@brookes.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441 865483905

Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX3 0BP
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Churchill
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINK TRINITY

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