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title: "MPLA Cohort 26"
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# MPLA Cohort 26

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2d8d8f8-05a4-4e11-a233-3f2c0a7895e7

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "MPLA Cohort 26" was conducted by the Department for Transport based in London, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the research and development services industry category, with a total contract value of £20,833.33 GBP. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 15 March 2020, while the contract commenced on 19 March 2020 and is set to end on 25 November 2021. The procurement process has reached the award stage as of 17 March 2020.

This opportunity is ideal for larger businesses with expertise in research and development services, particularly those capable of delivering consultancy services to government agencies. Companies looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts would benefit from engaging in similar tenders, as they can leverage their specialised knowledge and experience in providing critical services while fulfilling the requirements of a prestigious contracting authority like the Department for Transport.

## Notice

MPLA Cohort 26

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54610f33-4c35-4f46-9527-af1d6e969cbb |
| 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 | 29 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Mar 2020 - 25 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,833 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,833 |
| 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 | THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXFORD SAID BUSINESS SCHOOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Mar 2021 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54610f33-4c35-4f46-9527-af1d6e969cbb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54610f33-4c35-4f46-9527-af1d6e969cbb
  29th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86d53cb1-c94c-4b3a-8769-f3f51f78fd03
  Award letter

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