Tender

Procurement of Venue and accommodation solutions of Residential training at Bangladesh

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 06:22

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is actively seeking proposals for the procurement of venue and accommodation solutions for residential training in Dhaka Zilla, Bangladesh under the Youth Connect programme. This tender involves hosting two training programmes for 30 to 35 participants per event, ensuring comfort and hygiene standards are met to facilitate interactive sessions. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and is classified under the services category with CPV code 80520000 for training facilities. Interested parties must submit their applications by the tender deadline on 8 May 2026, with enquiries closing on 27 April 2026. The procurement method is open competition and invites eligible bidders to participate.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in hospitality, venue management, and event services in Bangladesh. With a contract potentially extending to January 2027 upon mutual agreement, it is ideal for businesses that can provide high-quality training facilities, accommodation, and meals. The total value of the contract is estimated at £32,300, providing a substantial opportunity for growth and collaboration with the British Council. Suitable candidates should be prepared to deliver services that meet technical and commercial criteria, offering flexibility and excellence in service delivery. Eligible businesses can submit their proposals electronically, allowing efficient participation in the tender process.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Venue and accommodation solutions of Residential training at Bangladesh

Notice Description

The British Council is seeking Proposals from eligible bidders in Dhaka Zilla, Bangladesh to host two residential training programmes under the Youth Connect programme. The selected bidders must provide training space, accommodation, meals, and breakout rooms for approximately 30 to 35 participants per event. Services must meet required standards for comfort, hygiene, and flexibility to support interactive training sessions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0684ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034931-2026
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
Not specified
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
£28,086 Under £100K
Lots Value
£28,086 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 8 Dec 2026 6-12 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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