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Leadership Development Programme for the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Sep 2025 at 09:12

Tender

18 Jul 2025 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham initiated a public procurement process seeking a supplier for its "Leadership Development Programme" aimed at enhancing the strategic leadership capabilities of its senior leaders, Heads of School, and Heads of Department. This programme supports the University's ambition to rank among the top 50 universities globally by 2030. The procurement process employed an open procedure, categorised under training programme services, and was conducted in Birmingham, UK. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12 August 2025, with contract commencement on 30 September 2025 and potential extensions up to 2029. The procurement has completed the award stage, with Nous Group (UK) Ltd selected as the supplier, highlighting the process's advanced status.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in leadership training and development services, particularly those adept at managing comprehensive programmes for higher education institutions. Large organisations like Nous Group, which can deliver sophisticated training services and support strategic goals of public institutions, are well-suited contenders for such projects. The open procurement approach underscores the competitive landscape, encouraging diverse companies to engage, enhance their portfolios, and foster growth through collaboration with prestigious educational entities like the University of Birmingham.

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Notice Title

Leadership Development Programme for the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham requires a comprehensive Leadership Development Programme aimed at enhancing the strategic leadership capabilities of its senior leaders, Heads of School, and Heads of Department. This initiative is designed to support the University's goal of being among the top 50 universities globally by 2030. Key Components: Senior Development Programme: A one-year intensive programme for senior leaders. Role-Specific Support for Heads of School: Annual workshops and action learning sets. Role-Specific Support for Heads of Department: Annual workshops and practical skill development sessions.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: 2x 1 year extensions pending performance and commercial reviews and with the agreement of both parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056204
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056826-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80521000 - Training programme services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£359,600 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOUS GROUP (UK

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