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title: "Soldier Development Programme (Halton and Sennybridge)"
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# Soldier Development Programme (Halton and Sennybridge)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2105bf19-4f6e-48d9-aef9-aa7584fd3e11

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Soldier Development Programme" is being conducted by the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the services sector, specifically within the training services category. The contract is currently in the Award stage, with a total value of £5,700,000. The contract period commenced on 17th March 2021 and will extend until 18th March 2024. The tender was executed using a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from the Managed Learning Service (MLS) framework RM3822, with a deadline for submission that ended on 4th January 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise in adventurous training and outdoor activities such as rock climbing, kayaking, and mountaineering. Companies with capabilities to provide qualified instructors and transport services, as well as those with experience in managing equipment related to outdoor training, will be particularly well-suited to compete. The emphasis on delivering military instruction within a controlled yet challenging environment creates a unique niche for providers in this sector, encouraging business growth through potential future contracts. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the nature of the offerings required.

## Notice

The requirement is for the procurement of Soldier Development Instruction of adventurous training courses to be delivered at Soldier Development Wing Halton and Soldier Development Wing Sennybridge. Soldier Development is an element of the Phase 1 Basic Training Common Military Syllabus (CMS) (ITG) and Combat Infantry Course (CIC) (SCHINF). The purpose of Soldier Development is to enhance military capability, stimulate individual behaviors and developing physical and mental robustness by exposure to controlled risk in a challenging and outdoor environment where the perceived risk to life is real. The key requirements for the project are summarised below: a. BT(SE) instruction of AT multi activity courses that include Rock Climbing (outdoor and Indoor), Kayak/Canoes/Surf Kayaking, Mountaineering/Hill Walking and Caving. b. Instructor attendance on the electronic Care of Trainee course delivered by ASLS. c. Provision of drivers - the SOR requires the Authority to provide transport whilst the contractor is responsible for providing drivers. d. Provision of storekeeping functions- to manage Authority provided AT clothing and equipment. This requirement was procured using the Managed Learning Service (MLS) framework RM3822. The preferred supplier option was chosen as the best route to market based on value for money.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8398d95-9b40-4391-b0c4-806997880d33 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2021 - 18 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,700,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP11 8HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KNOWLEDGEPOOL GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2021 at 14:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8398d95-9b40-4391-b0c4-806997880d33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e8398d95-9b40-4391-b0c4-806997880d33
  24th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77fe90cb-b10c-47f3-9ac5-908b231839f3
  Signed DEFFORM 10
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/9ae60238-6501-49b4-a536-ee6496860177
  Signed DEFFORM 10

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