Award

Online training platform

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Award

10 Feb 2026 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has successfully completed a direct procurement process for an online training platform, awarded to Skills For Heal, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Bristol. The contract pertains to services categorised under education and training, specifically eLearning solutions. The procurement method was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition, with the contract period commencing on 29th October 2025, and concluding on 28th October 2026. The total contract value is £42,097, and the process aligns with legal regulations as outlined in UKPGA 2023/54.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services and digital platforms. SMEs, in particular, can leverage their agility and specialised skills to compete effectively in this space, offering innovative solutions to enhance digital learning environments. The partnership underscores the importance for businesses to build capabilities in eLearning and service delivery, aligning with institutional needs in modern educational contexts. By understanding such procurement landscapes, businesses can position themselves strategically in upcoming tenders and partnerships.

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Notice Title

Online training platform

Notice Description

eLearning - Online training platform

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064cec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012019-2026
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
£42,097 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
29 Oct 2025 - 28 Oct 2026 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
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SKILLS FOR HEAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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