Tender

Training Venue and Meal Services in Nakuru, Kenya

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is actively seeking a qualified service provider for training venue and meal services in Nakuru, Kenya. This procurement process is categorised under services within the training facilities industry. The tender, initiated on 9th March 2026, is currently in the tender stage with an open competition method, allowing electronic submissions. Organisations interested must submit their proposals by 20th March 2026. The procurement is below the threshold, with a projected contract value exceeding £33,000. The services are expected to be delivered from 1st April 2026 to 30th June 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. Businesses in Kenya specialising in venue and catering services can expand their reach by competing for this contract. The flexibility of open competition allows various service providers to showcase their expertise in delivering effective training environments and meal arrangements. Proposers are encouraged to provide detailed costing and comprehensive plans, aligning with the British Council's requirements to capitalise on this chance. The opportunity encompasses a professionally enriching endeavour for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio in international markets.

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Notice Title

Training Venue and Meal Services in Nakuru, Kenya

Notice Description

The British Council would like to request a qualified service provider for training Venue and Meals Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0664d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020687-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80520000 - Training facilities

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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