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title: "Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8"
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# Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8

Buyer: DEFRA COMMERCIAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e77ff31-5829-48ac-a421-9f8993836f3d

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) Commercial has awarded a contract to Queen Mary University of London for the provision of a "Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8." This falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services. The procurement process involved a direct single tender action, below the threshold, and has now reached the award stage. The programme is intended to run from 28th February 2025 to 30th April 2026. The locations for the service delivery include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world. The tender period ended on 28th January 2025, with the award announced on 26th February 2025, and the total contract value stands at £88,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in higher education and specialised training services. By participating in such a contract, institutions can showcase their expertise in delivering advanced educational programmes while building a reputable client in Defra. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given their potential flexibility and innovative approaches. Furthermore, successful participation can enhance business growth through increased visibility and experience in handling government contracts.

## Notice

Level 7 Senior Economist Masters Apprenticeship Programme x 8

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/864730a4-7772-4f0d-b261-4b971a4b3e65 |
| 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 | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £88,000 |
| 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 | QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 13:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/864730a4-7772-4f0d-b261-4b971a4b3e65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/864730a4-7772-4f0d-b261-4b971a4b3e65
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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