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title: "Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4"
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buyer: "DEFRA COMMERCIAL"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4

Buyer: DEFRA COMMERCIAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-62c739d4-0cc4-4f72-8217-06803d398c00

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Defra Commercial involves the contract titled "Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4," focusing on educational and training services with a CPV classification of 80000000. The contract, awarded to Connexin Academy, is active with a contract period from 21 January 2026 to 21 January 2028. This procurement uses a direct method through a single tender action below the threshold, opening opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The tender stage has been completed with the contract awarded on 13 March 2026 and was planned for delivery across multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those seeking to enhance their portfolios by collaborating with government entities. With Defra Commercial as the buying organisation, this contract might aid suppliers in expanding their reach and capabilities by providing services across varied regions. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs looking to leverage government contracts to foster growth. Businesses competent in procurement and supply chain management at Level 4 can significantly benefit from such contract opportunities, tapping into a sector that values proficiency in delivering structured education and training programmes.

## Notice

Procurement and supply chain practitioner ST0313 Level 4 x 4

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/007f01f3-37bc-465e-be12-b7af6e99384d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 21 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA COMMERCIAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONNEXIN ACADEMY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/007f01f3-37bc-465e-be12-b7af6e99384d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/007f01f3-37bc-465e-be12-b7af6e99384d
  13th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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