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Research into Teachers Professional Development in Art

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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22 Jan 2026 at 16:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council of England, a central government public authority based in Manchester, has completed a procurement process titled "Research into Teachers Professional Development in Art". The contract, which falls under the services category of research consultancy, was initiated through a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition. The awarded contract, valued at £40,000, covers the professional development needs of teachers specialising in art. The process culminated in the award phase on 22nd January 2026, with the contract period spanning from 12th January to 30th April 2026. The research will be conducted across the United Kingdom, serving as an essential step to enhance art education.

This tender presents vital opportunities for businesses that specialise in research consultancy services, particularly for those adept in the educational sector. The contract was awarded to the Teacher Development Trust, an SME benefiting from tailored opportunities. Companies with expertise in teacher training and art education development could find similar tenders attractive. Engaging in such projects not only provides financial benefits but also allows businesses to contribute significantly to educational advancement, potentially influencing future procurements by establishing a credible market presence.

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Notice Title

Research into Teachers Professional Development in Art

Notice Description

Research to identify the professional development needs of teachers in relation to art subject specialisms. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1008598977

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060ca7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005920-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 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
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Children and Young Person Team
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
0161 934 4317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TEACHER DEVELOPMENT TRUST

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