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Executive Master in Public Policy - Level 3 of the Policy Profession Standards

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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28 May 2025 at 09:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process for the delivery of an "Executive Master in Public Policy - Level 3 of the Policy Profession Standards." This initiative, aimed at building policy capability through a variety of modules and seminars, was executed as part of the Policy Profession Standards programme. Located in London, the DWP utilised a direct procurement method for this service contract, categorized under staff training services (CPV code 80511000). The contract, awarded to ERNST & YOUNG LLP without competition due to its below-threshold valuation, spans several regions across the United Kingdom. The award stage was concluded on 28th May 2025, with the contract period commencing on 29th May 2025 and concluding on 28th June 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, as it reflects a governmental priority in enhancing professional standards. Companies that offer innovative training solutions and have the capability to deliver comprehensive learning experiences would be well-suited for similar future contracts. While this specific contract was awarded through a direct approach, businesses that maintain readiness for public sector engagement and offer competitive service packages could find growth opportunities by aligning with government objectives and developing expertise in public policy training offerings.

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Notice Title

Executive Master in Public Policy - Level 3 of the Policy Profession Standards

Notice Description

Executive Master in Public Policy - Level 3 of the Policy Profession Standards. Part of the Level 3 Policy Profession Standards, to build policy capability. Learning consists of a variety of modules and seminars and will be blended learning. Processed by SSCL

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052784
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027945-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,579 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
28 May 2025 - 28 Jun 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cdp-i.systemsanddata@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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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