This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jul 2026 at 13:55

Award

22 Jun 2026 at 11:42

Tender

05 Mar 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has initiated a completed procurement process titled "Water Resources Planning Learning Zone Training," situated in London, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure, targeting the industry category of specialist training services. The purpose of this tender is to provide advanced training for Environment Agency staff involved in water resource planning and appraisal, ensuring they are better equipped to handle increased responsibilities. Up to 70 officers per year will be trained, with the training sessions planned to accommodate 20 participants each. The procurement process began with the tender phase and concluded with the award and subsequent signing of the contract on 15 July 2026, with active engagement commencing on 20 July 2026, continuing through to 19 July 2029, with potential extensions until 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in delivering accredited training services in the area of environmental planning and water resources management. The successful contractor, HR Wallingford Ltd, was appointed after a competitive bidding process that highlighted the value and expertise needed in this specialist training domain. Companies that are capable of offering high-quality, professional training programmes with formal accreditation and have experience working with government and environmental agencies would be well-suited to pursue such tenders. Moreover, the open procedure denotes a competitive environment, encouraging participation from diverse organisations with the necessary qualifications and capabilities. This environment can bolster business profiles and expand service portfolios through engagement with high-level public sector projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Water Resources Planning Learning Zone Training.

Notice Description

The required training is tailored for: * Environment Agency Water Resources Planning Officers (in E&B Operations Catchment Services) * E&B Water Resources and Water Resilience Advisors * Environmental Planning Officers working in area teams across England It is intended for staff who have completed the Introduction to Water Resources Planning course and have at least six months of experience in the field. The course builds on foundational knowledge and prepares participants for more advanced responsibilities in water resource planning and appraisal. It is likely that up to 70 officers per year will require training based on a classroom size of 20 officers per training session. The training is for the delivery and continuous improvement of the EA's water resources planning training provision. The EA also aspires to recognise and best demonstrate individual & organisational capability and seeks to receive training that is endorsed or accredited, where possible, by relevant professional bodies.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066320
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066847-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£369,707 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£369,707 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
6 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

HR WALLINGFORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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