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NEX26/52 NEC4 Contract Training

Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive T/A Nexus

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17 Aug 2026 at 14:07

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

17 Aug 2026 at 14:04

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive, trading as Nexus, intends to procure specialist NEC4 contract management training services. The provider will design and deliver a certified, structured programme for Nexus employees involved in procurement, project management and contract administration. The planned scope covers NEC4 principles, responsibilities and processes across the contract lifecycle, with practical, scenario-based learning that can be applied to live infrastructure, asset renewal, capital investment and major project work. Delivery will be through in-person sessions at Nexus locations across Tyne and Wear. The training is intended to build a consistent organisational approach to NEC4 contract management, improve collaboration between project and procurement teams, and support effective administration and delivery of future infrastructure and capital programmes.

This procurement is at the planning stage: Nexus has stated its intention to buy the service and is undertaking preliminary market engagement rather than inviting tenders. Potential suppliers are expected to confirm their interest in the engagement by emailing tenders@nexus.org.uk, quoting reference NEX26/52, by 1 September 2026. Nexus expects an initial contract period from 1 October 2026 to 1 October 2028, with a possible extension to 1 October 2029. The planned programme must include at least eight in-person training sessions. The estimated value is £200,000 excluding VAT, or £240,000 including VAT. The eventual procurement is classified as a below-threshold services requirement in the utilities sector, with one planned lot and renewal permitted.

The requirement should suit established NEC4 training providers with specialist contract management expertise and the ability to deliver certified structured programmes in person. Relevant suppliers are likely to have trainers experienced in NEC4 procurement, project management, contract administration, commercial risk, change management and collaborative working. They should be able to develop content jointly with Nexus, tailor delivery schedules to organisational needs, and provide practical scenario-based learning for both project and procurement professionals. The work will favour providers able to support consistent understanding across teams rather than offering isolated technical sessions. Organisations with experience supporting infrastructure, capital investment or major project environments, and with sufficient trainer capacity for a programme of repeated sessions, should prepare evidence of comparable delivery and relevant certification before the future competition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NEX26/52 NEC4 Contract Training

Notice Description

Nexus are looking for a training provider to deliver NEC4 Contract management training. A supplier is required to deliver a certified structured NEC4 training programme comprising a minimum of eight in-person training sessions at Nexus locations across Tyne and Wear over an initial three-year contract period. The supplier will be expected to work collaboratively with Nexus to develop training content and delivery schedules that align with organisational requirements and support the continued development of staff involved in procurement, project management and contract administration activities. To enhance the knowledge, skills and capability of Nexus' Major Projects and Procurement teams through the delivery of NEC4 contract management training, enabling employees to effectively procure, administer and manage NEC4 contracts, support best practice project delivery, and ensure the successful management of future infrastructure and capital investment programmes. The aim of this project is to improve the NEC4 contract management capability of Nexus' Major Projects and Procurement teams through the provision of specialist training, creating a knowledgeable and competent workforce capable of effectively procuring, administering and managing NEC4 contracts. Nexus delivers a range of infrastructure, asset renewal and capital investment projects and is seeking to further develop internal capability in the use of NEC4 contracts. There is a requirement to provide structured, practical training that supports both project management and procurement professionals, ensuring a consistent understanding of NEC4 principles, responsibilities and best practice across the organisation. The training programme will support the following objectives: 1. Develop NEC4 contract management knowledge and competency across Nexus' Major Projects and Procurement teams. 2. Improve understanding of NEC4 contract principles, processes and responsibilities throughout the contract lifecycle. 3. Ensure employees are equipped to effectively procure, administer and manage NEC4 contracts. 4. Promote best practice in contract management, risk management and collaborative working. 5. Provide practical, scenario-based learning that can be applied to live projects and procurement activities. 6. Support the successful delivery of Nexus' capital investment, infrastructure and major project programmes. 7. Establish a consistent approach to NEC4 contract management across the organisation. 8. Deliver a minimum of eight in-person training sessions over the contract term. This will enable Nexus to realise the following benefits: * Improved organisational understanding and application of NEC4 contracts. * Enhanced contract management and administration capabilities. * Increased confidence in managing contractual risk and change. * Greater consistency in procurement and project delivery practices. * Improved collaboration between project and procurement teams. * Better value for money through effective contract management. * Reduced contractual and commercial risk across Nexus projects.

Planning Information

All potential suppliers wishing to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) please confirm your interest by emailing tenders@nexus.org.uk with reference NEX26/52. Upon receipt, you will be provided with further information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e5a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078137-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 1 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive T/A Nexus
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5DE
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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