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Professional development strategy for MPA professionals in the UK OS Territories

MARINE MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION

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21 Nov 2025 at 10:19

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has concluded the procurement process for a project titled "Professional development strategy for MPA professionals in the UK OS Territories," focusing on the industry category of marine-based support services. Located in the United Kingdom, this procurement process was facilitated by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. The contract, awarded on 6th November 2025 and set to commence on 7th November 2025, will conclude on 30th April 2026. The procurement was executed through a direct method below the threshold without competition, intended for research to inform the implementation of a Learning and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Strategy under the Blue Belt Programme.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine environmental protection and professional development programmes. With a focus on enhancing competencies in the UK Overseas Territories, companies with expertise in marine protected area certifications will find this tender particularly advantageous. The procurement process's direct approach suggests that future similar contracts might benefit businesses capable of swiftly meeting specific requirements without extensive competition. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 28,250, offers a focused entry point for large-scale and experienced organisations like Lawrence Sisitka, the awarded supplier, to contribute to the strategic goals of the government's marine management agenda.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Professional development strategy for MPA professionals in the UK OS Territories

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to undertake research to inform implementation of the Learning and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Strategy for the UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs). As part of the Blue Belt Programme, the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is seeking a specialist partner to: * undertake a systematic assessment of the successful Western Indian Ocean Certification of Marine Protected Area Professionals (WIO-COMPAS ) programme's competence (skills) framework and adapt it for the UKOT context * undertake research on the options for international recognition of an MPA professional certification programme for the UKOTs This will provide the MMO with the evidence to inform implementation of the Blue Belt Programme's Learning and CPD Strategy for the UKOTs, ensuring that they have the capacity to effectively protect and enhance their marine environment into the future.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e60b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075914-2025
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98362100 - Marine-base support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MARINE MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dgcenquiries@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

LAWRENCE SISITKA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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