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UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support

BRITISH COUNCIL

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03 Feb 2026 at 13:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has initiated a procurement process to support its "UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support" programme, inviting tenders for the provision of advisory services. The project focuses on the education and training services sector, specifically targeting project management consultancy services, and is geographically located in London. The tender stage is currently active, with submissions due by 20th February 2026 and the contract expected to commence on 2nd March 2026. This open procurement process is meant for below-threshold competition, and potential suppliers must submit their proposals electronically via the specified online portal.

This tender presents a vital opportunity for businesses specializing in project management consultancy and educational services to partner with the British Council in a prestigious initiative. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender values diversity and innovation in delivering strategic support for international alumni engagement. With a significant contract value and the potential for two extensions of 12 months each, this opportunity is ideal for firms with the capability and expertise to conduct feasibility studies and strategic planning exercises for educational programmes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support

Notice Description

Alumni UK is planning a mentoring programme to support alumni and community engagement. To inform the design and implementation of a pilot programme, we require: 1.a small-scale feasibility study to evaluate demand, programme models, and 2. advisory services to guide the planning and strategic implementation of a small-scale pilot. The feasibility study will also include a scoping exercise to ensure the programme adds value to what universities already offer their international alumni, avoiding duplication of existing initiatives.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract is subject to 2 periods of 12 month extensions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061566
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009470-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training 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
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 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
Nashwan Mohammed1
Contact Email
nashwan.mohammed1@britishcouncil.org
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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