Award

PGCE Award Body

ARK

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Feb 2026 at 16:05

Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Ark involved the project titled "PGCE Award Body," focusing on higher education services across the UK. This open procedure was managed by Ark, a public authority in sub-central government, based in London. The procurement stage has recently been completed, culminating in an award to the University of Brighton, a notable large-scale supplier. The contract, valued at £800,000, will commence on 3rd August 2026 and is set to operate until 3rd August 2029, with the possibility of two one-year renewals. This process highlights the service industry's integral role, specifically within education, encompassing delivery and awarding of PGCE qualifications for various educational routes.

This tender creates significant opportunities for institutions capable of delivering higher education services, especially those involved in degree awarding and curriculum design. The open procurement method invites a competitive landscape where institutions with robust research-informed curricula and compliance with Ofsted requirements can excel. For businesses looking to expand into or strengthen their position within the academic sector, this tender provides a platform for growth and collaboration. Although SMEs did not feature in the final bids, they might find future opportunities by aligning with larger institutions or enhancing their capabilities to meet similar selection criteria.

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Notice Title

PGCE Award Body

Notice Description

*Delivery and awarding of PGCE for both secondary and primary routes, including those teaching in special schools *Deliver a coherent, research-informed curriculum aligned with the ITTECF. *Provide a clearly sequenced curriculum that aligns with Ark Teacher Training's own academic overview *Fully compliant with Ofsted requirements To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012518113

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e914
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011121-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARK
Contact Name
Basil Amin
Contact Email
procurement@arkonline.org
Contact Phone
00000000000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W12 7TF
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
White City
Westminster Constituency
Hammersmith and Chiswick

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON

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