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UG Internships Abroad

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

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07 Jan 2026 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

Cardiff University has concluded a procurement process titled "UG Internships Abroad," aimed at sourcing a provider to facilitate internships abroad for its undergraduate students. This tender falls under the services category and specifically involves adult-education services at university level. The contract, awarded to GRADCORE LTD, was completed using a direct procurement method, bypassing open competition due to it being below the financial threshold. The contract officially started on 6 January 2026 and is set to end on 6 January 2027, with a total value of £42,000. This procurement is aligned with Welsh devolved regulations, and the contract covers delivery within the UK, region UKL22.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specializing in providing educational programmes and student support services, particularly those experienced in coordinating international internships. Businesses similar to GRADCORE LTD, which is classified as an SME, could find such opportunities beneficial for growth, offering capabilities in sourcing and delivering bespoke short-term programmes with comprehensive support services. This contract reflects the needs of educational institutions seeking tailored solutions for enhancing student experiences and broadening their global exposure, presenting valuable prospects for companies adept in such niche markets.

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Notice Title

UG Internships Abroad

Notice Description

Cardiff University, Global Opportunities Team, requires a provider to deliver internships abroad for UG Cardiff University students. The provider will source and provide bespoke short-term programmes, including accommodation, as well as providing 24hr support for students.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0600aa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000939-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 6 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@cardiff.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF24 4HQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRADCORE

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