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title: "Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship"
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# Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-daf7733d-2d95-4fe0-99c5-87d2835d0c16

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## Summary

The Department for Business and Trade has initiated an award for a contract titled "Level 6 Improvement Leader Apprenticeship." Classified under adult and other education services, this procurement process focuses on supporting management skill development through the Improvement Leader Level 6 apprenticeship standard. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This award is part of the services procurement category, with the contract awarded to the University of Bedfordshire beginning on 1st June 2026 and concluding on 31st May 2028. The value of this procurement is 15,000 GBP, and it covers delivery not only in the UK but also in international locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe.

This tender offers businesses an excellent opportunity for growth, particularly for those specialising in educational services and management training. With a focus on small and medium enterprises (SMEs), businesses in the service industry that can provide tailored educational programmes are encouraged to engage. The procurement is suitable for SMEs, providing a significant opportunity to supply educational services on an international scale. Engaging in this project can enhance a company's portfolio and expand its market reach, especially for those looking to establish or strengthen ties with public sector clients like the Department for Business and Trade.

## Notice

A new contract is required for the apprenticeship standard 'Improvement Leader Level 6' for one learner. The contract will allow the learner to develop their management skills and their ability to identify and assist with improvements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a1d9aa5-3f6b-4cee-95ae-da08f21e21cf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a1d9aa5-3f6b-4cee-95ae-da08f21e21cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a1d9aa5-3f6b-4cee-95ae-da08f21e21cf
  2nd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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