This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

30 Jun 2026 at 15:49

TenderUpdate

16 Jun 2026 at 09:26

Tender

09 Jun 2026 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, a public authority under the sub-central government located at 1 Redman Place, Stratford, London, is seeking a supplier for its "UK_1420 Internationalisation Learning Cohorts" project under an open procurement process. This tender invites proposals for designing, updating, and delivering online facilitated learning cohorts as part of the Going Global Partnerships programme, which focuses on transnational education and capacity building in international higher education. The opportunity, valued at £123,000 including VAT, is currently active with a tender submission deadline set for 31st July 2026, and formal enquiries closing on 13th July 2026. The contract, starting on 21st August 2026, encompasses services across development consultancy, social research, and specialist training, with an initial duration of eight months and a potential extension of up to two additional months.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in education consultancy, training, and development services, particularly those with experience in international projects and scalable education solutions. It is particularly suitable for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and organisations with a social or community focus (VCSEs), highlighting the British Council's emphasis on inclusivity and diversity in its procurement processes. The flexible nature of the programme, with an emphasis on international collaboration, allows participating businesses to expand their network, refine their offerings, and establish a foothold in the burgeoning field of global higher education partnerships.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UK_1420 Internationalisation Learning Cohorts

Notice Description

The British Council is seeking a supplier to design, update and deliver Internationalisation Learning Cohorts (ILC) as part of the Going Global Partnerships programme. The ILC programme brings together international higher education stakeholders to share best practice and build capacity in transnational education. Delivery will consist of facilitated online learning cohorts across multiple countries, with structured sessions, expert input and networking opportunities. The programme is scalable and supports strengthening international higher education systems and partnerships globally.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract duration is eight Months (8) with an option for an extension for up to an additional 2 months, if required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b070
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061454-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

79315000 - Social research services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80522000 - Training seminars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£102,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£102,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Aug 2026 - 17 Apr 2027 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(THE)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06b070-2026-06-30T16:49:17+01:00",
    "date": "2026-06-30T16:49:17+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06b070",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-RC000060",
            "name": "BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "RC000060"
            },
            "additionalIdentifiers": [
                {
                    "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                    "id": "PHTN-1551-GCQH"
                }
            ],
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "1 Redman Place, Stratford,",
                "locality": "London",
                "postalCode": "E20 1JQ",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKI41"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Brian DMello",
                "email": "Global.Procurement@britishcouncil.org"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.britishcouncil.org/",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-COH-RC000060",
        "name": "BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06b070",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "UK_1420 Internationalisation Learning Cohorts",
        "description": "The British Council is seeking a supplier to design, update and deliver Internationalisation Learning Cohorts (ILC) as part of the Going Global Partnerships programme. The ILC programme brings together international higher education stakeholders to share best practice and build capacity in transnational education. Delivery will consist of facilitated online learning cohorts across multiple countries, with structured sessions, expert input and networking opportunities. The programme is scalable and supports strengthening international higher education systems and partnerships globally.",
        "status": "active",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "73220000",
                        "description": "Development consultancy services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "79315000",
                        "description": "Social research services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "80510000",
                        "description": "Specialist training services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "80522000",
                        "description": "Training seminars"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UK",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "UK",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "UK",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 123000,
            "amount": 102500,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - open competition",
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "aboveThreshold": false,
        "submissionMethodDetails": "https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration",
        "submissionTerms": {
            "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed"
        },
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-07-31T10:00:00+01:00"
        },
        "enquiryPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-07-13T23:59:00+01:00"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amountGross": 123000,
                    "amount": 102500,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "suitability": {
                    "sme": true,
                    "vcse": true
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-08-21T00:00:00+01:00",
                    "endDate": "2027-04-17T23:59:59+01:00",
                    "maxExtentDate": "2027-06-16T23:59:59+01:00"
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "Contract duration is eight Months (8) with an option for an extension for up to an additional 2 months, if required."
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "description": "Please consult documentation"
                }
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "L-1",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "url": "https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration"
            },
            {
                "id": "054077-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054077-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-06-09T09:38:01+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            },
            {
                "id": "056480-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056480-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-06-16T10:26:31+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            },
            {
                "id": "061454-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061454-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-06-30T16:49:17+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ],
        "amendments": [
            {
                "id": "061454-2026",
                "description": "A change has been made to Total Value in this notice: Excluding VAT changed from PS135000.00 to 102500.00 Including VAT changed from PS162000.00 to 123000.00"
            }
        ]
    },
    "language": "en"
}