Planning

Provision of PGR Training Programme

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

13 Mar 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, has issued a planned procurement notice for the provision of a Postgraduate Researchers (PGR) Training Programme. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, is aimed at delivering a comprehensive package of training courses focused on project management for postgraduate researchers. The industry category falls under Education, specifically geared towards enhancing research skills and professional development. Interested parties are expected to complete and return a questionnaire by 11th March 2025 for market engagement purposes, with further notices anticipated around 24th March 2025.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and professional training services, particularly those with experience in the Higher Education sector. Companies with a robust portfolio in delivering project management training, both online and in-person, would find this an attractive prospect. Potential suppliers should be well-versed in providing dynamic training solutions that include a mix of individual and group-based activities and possess the capability to address diverse topics such as presentation skills, grant writing, data management, and academic writing. This procurement offers a substantial contract valued at £350,000, presenting significant growth opportunities for suitable providers.

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Notice Title

Provision of PGR Training Programme

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde requires a package of training courses focused on project management, tailored for postgraduate researchers

Lot Information

Confident Communications

- Confident Communications: General presentation; Poster presentation; Grant writing; Public engagement; 3MT preparation; Viva preparation; Your voice - social media, elevator pitch

Thriving in Your Research

- Thriving in Your Research: Time management; TM for part-time; Networking; Understanding UK HE landscape (incl. finance/funding); Entrepreneurship; Data Management Plans; Imposter syndrome; Supervisor relationship; Resilience

Culture, Ethics and Community

- Culture, Ethics and Community: Research integrity & ethics; 'Wellness' series; Collaborative/interdisciplinary working; Leadership & team building; Sustainability; Data sharing/open access

Effective Writing

The University of Strathclyde requires a package of training courses focused on project management, tailored for postgraduate researchers, that cover the following topics: - Effective Writing: Writing & presenting; Your voice in academic writing; Understanding and undertaking literature review; Editing; Data visualisation; Thesis writing; Writing for/publishing in academic journals - STEM; Writing for/publishing in academic journals - HaSSB Courses will: - be a blended format of online - and in-person on the University of Strathclyde campus; - be held at least twice during the period October-May, inclusive, depending on participant demand; be held on dates agreed prior to October each year; - be delivered by trainers with experience delivering practical training in the Higher Education sector, with a breadth of knowledge from a range of disciplines and sectors; - use a blended format of course materials, and individual and group-based activities; - use practical exercises to reinforce and enhance the skills learned. - the University of Strathclyde will provide suitable space for in-person courses, refreshment for participants, and printing of materials.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525979
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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

80000000 - Education and training services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80520000 - Training facilities

80521000 - Training programme services

80532000 - Management training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

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