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title: "The Provision of Academic Support to the Royal College of Defence Studies"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5e90172a-438f-4400-95fc-cb6da00e5880"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2017-03-03"
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# The Provision of Academic Support to the Royal College of Defence Studies

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e90172a-438f-4400-95fc-cb6da00e5880

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for "The Provision of Academic Support to the Royal College of Defence Studies" in the specialist training services sector. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with an estimated contract value of £1,786,000 GBP. Interested suppliers should note that the tender period concludes on 23 March 2017, and the contract's execution will commence on 1 August 2017, lasting until 31 July 2020. This notice is set to facilitate academic courses focusing on international strategic studies in London, United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those offering training and academic support tailored to post-graduate levels. Companies with a proven track record in providing training to military or government clients, as well as those adept in developing curricula tailored to international strategic studies, will be well-placed to compete. Additionally, the selective procurement method indicates that only suitably qualified suppliers who meet specific criteria will be considered, making this an ideal opportunity for established firms in the training and education sector seeking to expand their operational footprint.

## Notice

The Provision of Academic Support to the Royal College of Defence Studies. This requirement has already been through the DPQQ stage with un/successful suppliers advised accordingly. No further applications will be accepted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd548ac-691b-4963-b9e7-2b2e58bcdc53 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | 21 Feb 2017 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,786,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8EX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2017 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd548ac-691b-4963-b9e7-2b2e58bcdc53
- 6 Feb 2017 at 13:20 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2c9e45-2321-41d5-9ff7-f08e5da5af2a
- 24 Jan 2017 at 08:13 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2c9e45-2321-41d5-9ff7-f08e5da5af2a
- 24 Jan 2017 at 08:11 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2c9e45-2321-41d5-9ff7-f08e5da5af2a
- 24 Jan 2017 at 08:09 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2c9e45-2321-41d5-9ff7-f08e5da5af2a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fd548ac-691b-4963-b9e7-2b2e58bcdc53
  3rd March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a2c9e45-2321-41d5-9ff7-f08e5da5af2a
  6th February 2017 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd58f224-c3b6-4587-b848-eebe4009b1c9
  Draft DF47
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/797f7ab8-8fb0-40a6-ac31-ae1488820fb3
  Draft SC3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb0de3cf-f313-475a-a97b-06af860be6fa
  Syllabus
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eca506eb-e609-4acc-874d-efc9a5aa0fdc
  Draft DF47
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ff92f90-caf4-41c1-bad9-082dce133b00
  Draft SC3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ebd34ec-6071-463f-86fe-0a8b163730d8
  Draft Syllabus

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