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ER82TVET122025 - An Exploratory Study on the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

BRITISH COUNCIL

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15 Dec 2025 at 08:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking to conduct an exploratory study focusing on the inclusion of persons with disabilities in technical and vocational education and training (TVET). The procurement process, initiated under the tender stage, is categorised within research services, inviting open competition below the threshold. This contract aims to yield social value and relevant experience by evaluating methodologies and approach. Businesses wanting to submit a tender need to complete and provide Annex 2 and Annex 3 to demonstrate quality via social value and commercial aspects. Taking place in Pakistan, the tender period is set to conclude on 2nd January 2026, with the contract commencing on 12th January 2026 and potentially extending until 2027.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations specialised in research services or those wishing to expand their operations into Pakistan. Companies experienced in disability inclusion within education sectors will find this contract particularly aligned with their expertise. The requirement for a demonstration of social value, relevant experience, and a robust methodology suggests that entities with a well-documented track record in delivering comprehensive research studies will be well-suited to compete. Utilising open competition procurement methods ensures a broader participation base, encouraging diverse market players to offer innovative solutions for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in TVET.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ER82TVET122025 - An Exploratory Study on the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

Notice Description

An Exploratory Study on the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). For details please refer to Clause no 7 (specification) of RFP documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 12 months with an option for an extension for up to an additional 6 months based on performance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f54b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082718-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2027 6-12 months
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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Moiz Khalid
Contact Email
moiz.khalid@britishcouncil.org.pk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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