Award

Learning Resources For Educational and Youth Organisations

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Feb 2026 at 23:25

Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 14:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is undertaking a procurement process titled "Learning Resources For Educational and Youth Organisations," focusing on administrative educational services. This initiative is set in the United Kingdom and is aimed at creating innovative learning resource packages to promote the work of the Royal Navy within schools and youth organisations across the nation. Currently in the award stage, the contract value is approximately £164,477.04 with Frazer-Nash Consultancy Ltd as the awarded supplier. The contract is due to commence on 1st March 2026 and conclude by 28th February 2027. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, ensuring a competitive and transparent selection process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and administrative services to expand their reach and gain visibility in the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing high-quality and innovative educational materials are particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts. The Ministry of Defence's requirement for innovative learning resources also suggests potential growth for companies that excel in educational frameworks and resource development. Engaging in this tender process could assist businesses in establishing a strong portfolio in the government sectors, enhancing their business development and growth potential.

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Notice Title

Learning Resources For Educational and Youth Organisations

Notice Description

The Authority requires high quality, innovative learning resources packages to promote the work of the RN within schools and youth organisations nationally.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e09e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012159-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75121000 - Administrative educational services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£164,477 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lee.culshaw100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

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