Tender

PGCE Award Body

ARK

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Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process managed by Ark, a sub-central government public authority based in London, seeks qualified providers for the delivery and awarding of PGCE qualifications. This open procedure focuses on higher education services, with an emphasis on secondary and primary teacher training, including special schools. The tender, titled "PGCE Award Body," requires a coherent curriculum and compliance with Ofsted requirements. Interested parties should note the procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with all electronic submissions due by 7 January 2026. The procurement is valued at £1,800,000 GBP, and the contract, commencing on 3 August 2026, spans three years with potential extensions.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for organisations experienced in educational services and capable of awarding degrees within the Higher Education Qualifications Framework in England. The contract's significant value and long duration favour businesses aiming for growth in the education sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver quality services are particularly encouraged to apply, as the selection criteria include price (weighted at 60%) and quality (40%). The potential for contract renewal further extends opportunities for successful bidders in this competitive field.

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Notice Information

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 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Higher-education-services./MVV764M898 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/MVV764M898

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e914
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077194-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

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