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title: "SD Planning HRA Training Programme"
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# SD Planning HRA Training Programme

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9806100-178f-4f2b-a103-e1a4c746374d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "SD Planning HRA Training Programme" was conducted by Natural England, located in Leeds, England. This initiative falls under the "Environmental training services" category in the public service sector. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the award stage, being completed by 12th August 2025, with the contracted work commencing on 13th August 2025 and concluding by 27th March 2026. The entire contract is valued at £35,915, and the procurement is specifically designated to facilitate participation by small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in environmental training services to engage with a notable government entity like Natural England. The project, awarded to RICARDO-AEA Limited, offers potential for business expansion within the environmental sector and enhances the contractor's portfolio and relationship with public bodies. Companies experienced in providing specialised training programmes and capable of meeting selective procurement criteria would find such opportunities suited to their growth strategies.

## Notice

SD Planning HRA Training Programme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b6b3d1-b220-4d5c-a65b-c1b73ddc44ce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,915 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,915 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS11 9AT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Beeston & Holbeck |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80540000 - Environmental training services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2025 at 08:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b6b3d1-b220-4d5c-a65b-c1b73ddc44ce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b6b3d1-b220-4d5c-a65b-c1b73ddc44ce
  20th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/025d636a-f4ef-4b53-8440-b6d5764e6b3e
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/1d8cb529-b33a-43d4-b356-2fd68f7c5dba

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