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BT310 - Confident Communicators Programme Evaluation Partner

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL

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29 Jan 2026 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Westminster City Council involves the contract for "BT310 - Confident Communicators Programme Evaluation Partner" within the services industry category, specifically focusing on education and training services. Located in London, this tender was completed with a limited competition procurement method, suitable for below-threshold projects. The contract commenced on 6th January 2026 and is set to conclude on 5th January 2027, with a possible extension to 5th January 2028, contingent upon successful performance. The contract, with a budget of £30,000 allocated over two years, was awarded to Speech & Language UK Ltd, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs focused on education and training services, especially those experienced in programme evaluation. By securing this contract, businesses in the related sectors can bolster their portfolios and expand their expertise within governmental collaborations. It particularly suits SMEs aiming to establish or augment their presence in public sector contracts, as engaging with sub-central government projects can facilitate enhanced visibility and growth potential within the industry.

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Notice Title

BT310 - Confident Communicators Programme Evaluation Partner

Notice Description

The Confident Communicators Programme is a two year pilot programme and there is a PS30K budget available (PS15K per annum) to secure an evaluation partner to monitor and evaluate the impact and outcomes of the programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0611d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007968-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
£34,985 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 5 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteammailbox@westminster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1E 6QP
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

SPEECH & LANGUAGE

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