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title: "Leadership Development Programme for the University of Birmingham"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056204"
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# Leadership Development Programme for the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056204

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham initiated a public procurement process seeking a supplier for its "Leadership Development Programme" aimed at enhancing the strategic leadership capabilities of its senior leaders, Heads of School, and Heads of Department. This programme supports the University's ambition to rank among the top 50 universities globally by 2030. The procurement process employed an open procedure, categorised under training programme services, and was conducted in Birmingham, UK. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12 August 2025, with contract commencement on 30 September 2025 and potential extensions up to 2029. The procurement has completed the award stage, with Nous Group (UK) Ltd selected as the supplier, highlighting the process's advanced status.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in leadership training and development services, particularly those adept at managing comprehensive programmes for higher education institutions. Large organisations like Nous Group, which can deliver sophisticated training services and support strategic goals of public institutions, are well-suited contenders for such projects. The open procurement approach underscores the competitive landscape, encouraging diverse companies to engage, enhance their portfolios, and foster growth through collaboration with prestigious educational entities like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

The University of Birmingham requires a comprehensive Leadership Development Programme aimed at enhancing the strategic leadership capabilities of its senior leaders, Heads of School, and Heads of Department. This initiative is designed to support the University's goal of being among the top 50 universities globally by 2030. Key Components: Senior Development Programme: A one-year intensive programme for senior leaders. Role-Specific Support for Heads of School: Annual workshops and action learning sets. Role-Specific Support for Heads of Department: Annual workshops and practical skill development sessions.

### Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: 2x 1 year extensions pending performance and commercial reviews and with the agreement of both parties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056826-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £359,600 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG31 Birmingham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NOUS GROUP (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80521000 - Training programme services

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2025 at 09:12 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056826-2025
- 18 Jul 2025 at 10:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041250-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056826-2025
  16th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041250-2025
  18th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.birmingham.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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