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title: "Provision of Phase 1 Training Needs Analysis scoping Exercise Report (SMERAS)"
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# Provision of Phase 1 Training Needs Analysis scoping Exercise Report (SMERAS)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b51de487-b226-4cf3-9fc0-b03a17437957

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Phase 1 Training Needs Analysis Scoping Exercise Report (SMERAS)" as part of their procurement activities in the training services industry. The tender process, classified under the CPV code 80500000, was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 29th January 2018, while the contract commenced on 27th February 2018 and is set to end on 31st March 2018. The contract has a total value of £40,641 and was awarded to Capita Business Services Limited, located in Barnards Inn, London.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses seeking to expand their services within the defence sector, specifically in training and consultancy. Companies with expertise in training development and analysis, particularly those capable of executing comprehensive training needs assessments, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. As the Ministry of Defence often utilises framework agreements, organisations should consider establishing partnerships or alliances to enhance their offering and increase their chances of winning such contracts.

## Notice

Provision of a Phase 1 Training Needs Analysis Scoping Exercise Report (SMERAS)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fd97994-6256-4c88-bcb2-d8dc6d97225b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2018 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,641 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2018 at 15:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fd97994-6256-4c88-bcb2-d8dc6d97225b
- 16 May 2018 at 12:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fd97994-6256-4c88-bcb2-d8dc6d97225b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fd97994-6256-4c88-bcb2-d8dc6d97225b
  16th July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf7ad721-8e80-4c01-beed-189cc6bdc45a
  Offer_of_Contract_Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99562317-c3f5-4247-a966-c30bf2e2c801
  Redacted Contract

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