Award

Training Modules for Engagement Training

NATURAL ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

07 Jan 2026 at 08:24

TenderUpdate

27 Nov 2025 at 11:00

TenderUpdate

25 Nov 2025 at 11:34

TenderUpdate

25 Nov 2025 at 09:48

TenderUpdate

20 Nov 2025 at 16:41

Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Training Modules for Engagement Training" was managed by Natural England, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. This process, under the industry category of services—specifically training programme services—was conducted through an open method below the threshold for competition. The key procurement stage of awarding has been completed, with DIALOGUE MATTERS LTD being selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £49,000 gross, began on 5th December 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with a maximum extension to 30th June 2026. The tender submission deadline was on 2nd December 2025, following a competitive bidding process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those capable of developing modular training resources aimed at stakeholder engagement. Small and medium enterprises with innovative approaches to training methodologies stand well-positioned to benefit from such government contracts. The successful engagement with Natural England not only provides a financial opportunity but also strengthens the business's portfolio through collaboration with a prominent public authority, enhancing future prospects in government contracting.

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Notice Title

Training Modules for Engagement Training

Notice Description

The aim of this contract is to create a resource that can be included in the PSS's guidance and in the Engagement hub, that will guide and equip PSS Managers and teams and other Natural England teams, with a modular training opportunity, that will support engagement with a wide range of stakeholders - and signpost to further resources already created.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: For any final edits, or adaptations to format.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e313
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000877-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80521000 - Training programme services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,833 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,833 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,833 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

DIALOGUE MATTERS

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