Tender

UK_1240- Programmes and Project Management training supplier

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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01 Apr 2026 at 09:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a sub-central government public authority, is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process titled "UK_1240- Programmes and Project Management training supplier". Located in London, the procurement relates to the industry category of adult and training services. The British Council aims to secure a supplier for its Cultural Engagement’s Programme and Project Management Learning and Development initiative. The open procedure procurement seeks vendors who can deliver qualifications such as the APM Project Fundamentals and Management Qualifications, with virtual and remote delivery for distinct cohorts. Key dates include the tender period which ends on 28th April 2026, with the award decision by 13th May 2026, and the contract period starting from 1st June 2026 through to 1st June 2028, with a potential one-year extension.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with capabilities in virtual and remote programme delivery. With a budget of up to £320,000 GBP, this contract allows training providers to engage in prestigious governmental projects, leverage existing expertise in project management qualifications, and expand their portfolio. The procurement particularly encourages submissions from SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, widening the competitive field for businesses ready to innovate and collaborate within the public sector framework. The submission method allows electronic applications, ensuring simplicity and accessibility for interested parties.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK_1240- Programmes and Project Management training supplier

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender is to select a supplier for the Cultural Engagement's Programme and Project Management Learning and Development (CE PPM L and D). Although the Learning, Talent and Performance Team are submitting this tender, the L and D will be delivered by the Global Standards team which sits with Cultural Engagement Operations. The agreement with the chosen supplier will cover the following: APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) (0.5-day x 2 per cohort to allow participant flexibility) APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (remote delivery to individual participants) MSP Foundation and Practitioner (x 1 cohort of 12 individuals; virtual delivery) Due to operational circumstances, these courses have a launch date of September each year. PFQ delivery should be completed by mid-October. The operational budget is up to PS80k for 2026-27, with anticipated rises for inflation in the following two financial years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030189-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2028 2-3 years
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(THE)
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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