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Senior Management Team Crisis Simulation Events (con_29223)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Jan 2026 at 00:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract titled "Senior Management Team Crisis Simulation Events" involving the organisation of two cyber crisis simulation events using NPSA-approved simulations. The procurement process, conducted directly without competition, falls under the services category specifically focused on education and training services. Located in London, the contract was signed on 18 November 2025, and it became active on 16 December 2025, running through to 31 March 2026. The procurement stage has been completed, with the contract awarded to Polpeo, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), with a gross contract value of £23,940.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in crisis management training, particularly those with expertise in cybersecurity simulations. The direct procurement method indicates a tailored requirement for specific expertise that Polpeo successfully matched. SMEs involved in education and training services, especially those with a focus on simulations or crisis management, may find similar opportunities in government contracts. The focus on simulation events heightens the potential for growth in developing innovative training solutions suitable for public sector needs.

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Notice Title

Senior Management Team Crisis Simulation Events (con_29223)

Notice Description

2 x Cyber Crisis Simulation events utilising the NPSA approved simulation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06082b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004124-2026
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

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,950 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contract-grant.data@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

POLPEO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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