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title: "713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching"
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# 713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f2e3515-29c7-407b-8185-08efe32590a3

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has recently completed a public procurement process titled "713250450 - Commanding Officers Designate Course Coaching," engaging in the provision of coaching services classified under CPV code 79998000, with additional classification as adult and other education services (CPV 80400000). The procurement was managed via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, ensuring strategic engagement and competition among pre-qualified suppliers. This contract, valued at £639,225 GBP, commenced on 4th June 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2028. The geographical focus for delivery is within the postal area GU47 9DX, contributing to educational objectives for military personnel in England. Key dates of importance included the tender period ending on 31st March 2025.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses offering bespoke coaching and educational services tailored to leadership development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-positioned to compete in such frameworks due to the Ministry of Defence's suitability criteria favouring smaller service providers. By participating in this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio within the public sector, enhance market credibility, and foster long-term partnerships with major public entities such as the Ministry of Defence, aligning with the strategic objectives of public sector support and inclusivity in leadership training programmes.

## Notice

The General Staff Centre (GSC) delivers the CODC to every Maj, Lt Col and Col prior to assumption of a command post as mandatory pre-employment training. The course is delivered to 150 personnel per year. The CO has, arguably, the most direct leadership influence over the Army's soldiers and junior officers and it is immensely important that the individual is given the opportunity and the relevant tools to reflect on their command style. The coaching provision as part of the preparation for command has been delivered for the last four years and proved able to meet the demands and expectations of Op TEAMWORK. In this context it is essential that the CO takes the lead and sets the example of making the most of all opportunities for inclusivity and self awareness, this offers a tangible example of engaging with this as a process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ecc03a-63a3-42fa-88f1-2966a3faae3f |
| 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 | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £639,225 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £639,225 |
| 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 8HJ |
| 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 | HENLEY BUSINESS SCHOOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79998000 - Coaching services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 09:29 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ecc03a-63a3-42fa-88f1-2966a3faae3f
- 10 Jun 2025 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ecc03a-63a3-42fa-88f1-2966a3faae3f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7ecc03a-63a3-42fa-88f1-2966a3faae3f
  10th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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