715352467- CCCT856- The Open University, Academic Upskilling 2025

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

09 Jun 2026 at 09:35

Award

15 Sep 2025 at 12:21

Award

31 Jul 2025 at 07:46

Award

31 Jul 2025 at 07:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Academic Upskilling 2025," with reference number CCCT856, was initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, United Kingdom. This tender focuses on the engineering studies industry category and aims to enhance academic skills in various engineering disciplines offered by The Open University. Initially awarded on 31st July 2025, the contract went through an amendment stage as of 22nd June 2026. This process is a direct procurement method conducted below the competitive threshold, covering a contract period from 29th August 2025 to 1st September 2031.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in engineering and educational services due to its scope in providing advanced academic training. It is an ideal fit for organisations that can deliver comprehensive educational programs, particularly in mechanical engineering and environmental science, to meet the needs of a central government entity. Engaging in this contract can expand a business's footprint in public sector projects and establish strong partnerships in governmental educational initiatives.

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Notice Title

715352467- CCCT856- The Open University, Academic Upskilling 2025

Notice Description

1a. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 1 X1 1b. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 2 X1 1c. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 3 X1 2. Engineering - BEng Stage 3 X1 3. Environmental Science - BSc Stage 3 X1 4a. Engineering - MSc Stage 1 X1 4b. Engineering - MSc Stage 2 X1 Total value= PS50,230 71335000- Engineering Studies

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0569a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054125-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71335000 - Engineering studies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,230 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£50,230 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
28 Aug 2025 - 1 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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