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title: "715352467- CCCT856- The Open University, Academic Upskilling 2025"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0569a7"
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# 715352467- CCCT856- The Open University, Academic Upskilling 2025

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0569a7

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Academic Upskilling 2025," with reference number CCCT856, was initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, United Kingdom. This tender focuses on the engineering studies industry category and aims to enhance academic skills in various engineering disciplines offered by The Open University. Initially awarded on 31st July 2025, the contract went through an amendment stage as of 22nd June 2026. This process is a direct procurement method conducted below the competitive threshold, covering a contract period from 29th August 2025 to 1st September 2031.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in engineering and educational services due to its scope in providing advanced academic training. It is an ideal fit for organisations that can deliver comprehensive educational programs, particularly in mechanical engineering and environmental science, to meet the needs of a central government entity. Engaging in this contract can expand a business's footprint in public sector projects and establish strong partnerships in governmental educational initiatives.

## Notice

1a. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 1 X1 1b. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 2 X1 1c. Engineering (Mechanical Pathway) BEng Stage 3 X1 2. Engineering - BEng Stage 3 X1 3. Environmental Science - BSc Stage 3 X1 4a. Engineering - MSc Stage 1 X1 4b. Engineering - MSc Stage 2 X1 Total value= PS50,230 71335000- Engineering Studies

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054125-2026 |
| Notice type | UK10 - Contract Change Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Aug 2025 - 1 Sep 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,230 |
| Contracts value | £50,230 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71335000 - Engineering studies

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2026 at 09:35 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054125-2026
- 15 Sep 2025 at 12:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056566-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 07:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044534-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 07:27 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044533-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054125-2026
  9th June 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056566-2025
  15th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044534-2025
  31st July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044533-2025
  31st July 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-5211
  Redacted master contract.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/defence-equipment-and-support
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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