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COV - 25950 Training Course

COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL

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20 May 2026 at 10:02

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process was initiated by Coventry City Council for an AI Training Course aimed at staff development, classified under training services (CPV code 80500000). The procurement, titled "COV - 25950 Training Course," falls under the services category and was completed using a direct method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract was awarded to The Development Manager Ltd on 28th April 2026 and became active on 12th May 2026. The contract is valued at £67,500 and is set to conclude by 21st July 2026. The project is located in Coventry, UK (Postal Code CV1 5RR), with legislation in accordance with UKPGA 2023/54.

This contract for a training course presents a significant opportunity for other businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those focusing on AI and technology training, to explore potential collaborations with public authorities. Large enterprises with the capability to deliver high-quality training and those looking to expand their portfolio into public sector contracts in the Midlands would be well-suited to consider similar tenders. By aligning offerings with the requirements of public sector organisations like Coventry City Council, businesses can enhance their growth opportunities and build long-term strategic relationships.

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Notice Title

COV - 25950 Training Course

Notice Description

AI Training Course for staff

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069cfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046211-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 21 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5RR
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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