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ACE 1074 DAC - Action Learning Sets for CPP Directors

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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19 Mar 2026 at 09:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council of England has concluded a procurement process under the title "ACE 1074 DAC - Action Learning Sets for CPP Directors," classified within the services industry category focusing on e-learning services. The contract, awarded on 18th February 2026, will commence on 1st April 2026 and extend until 31st March 2029. This direct procurement method did not involve competition as it fell below the threshold for competitive tendering. Located in Manchester, UK, the Council is a central government public authority. Sara Harrison is the contact point at the Arts Council, reachable at procurement@artscouncil.org.uk or by telephone at 01619344317.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in e-learning services, particularly those like Action Learning Associates, the awarded supplier. This contract is an opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio by engaging with a significant government entity. Although the procurement method utilized was direct and without competitive tendering, enterprises that focus on providing bespoke learning solutions could benefit from similar future procurements within the public sector. Businesses seeking growth in offering specialised training programmes or interactive learning solutions would find collaborations with public authorities advantageous.

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Notice Title

ACE 1074 DAC - Action Learning Sets for CPP Directors

Notice Description

ACE 1074 DAC - Action Learning Sets for CPP Directors 26-29

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e64
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024951-2026
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

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,480 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACTION LEARNING ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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