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title: "Level 7 Government Operational Research Specialist x 2"
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# Level 7 Government Operational Research Specialist x 2

Buyer: DEFRA COMMERCIAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dcf4e0bb-6124-4888-b711-e5e8c42e6058

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Level 7 Government Operational Research Specialist x 2" contract was managed by Defra Commercial, based in London. This tender falls within the Education and training services category and relates to a direct procurement method via single tender action below threshold. Geographically, the contract covers areas including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender concluded with an award on 29 January 2026, following the tender period ending on 1 November 2025, with the contract set to run from 1 December 2025 to 2 February 2029.

This opportunity presents growth potential for businesses specialising in educational services and operational research. With a contract value of GBP 28,000, it is accessible to SMEs and VCSEs, making it particularly appealing to smaller businesses with relevant expertise. The University of Kent, awarded as the supplier, demonstrates the scope for academic institutions and similar organisations to leverage their expertise and expand their service portfolios through such government contracts. Businesses interested in expanding their reach into government contracts within the education sector would find such opportunities advantageous.

## Notice

Level 7 Government Operational Research Specialist x 2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a322368-9577-420c-8855-c28186fafb64 |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 2 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF KENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 11:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a322368-9577-420c-8855-c28186fafb64

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a322368-9577-420c-8855-c28186fafb64
  29th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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