--- title: "DNO 513 - Career Switchers" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-06-11" --- # DNO 513 - Career Switchers Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d48e.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process under the title "DNO 513 - Career Switchers," which focuses on addressing skill shortages in the nuclear sector. This initiative under the Nuclear Skills Plan was executed via a selective procurement method using a Competitive Flexible Procedure. The project aims to transition mid-career professionals into critical roles within both civil and defence nuclear sectors by providing structured pathways and training. The contract was awarded to MTC Operations Limited, headquartered in Coventry, United Kingdom, and is classified under services within the industry category of vocational training. The contract commenced on 4th June 2026 and will run until 31st March 2031, reflecting a strategic move to build a sustainable nuclear workforce. The procurement stage was completed as of 11th June 2026. This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies in vocational training services. Firms capable of developing structured training programmes and with expertise in career-switching projects are well-suited to engage further in such contracts. Besides providing vocational training, companies specialising in workforce development and skills enhancement across technical and engineering sectors may find significant opportunities for collaboration. This aligns with broader governmental ambitions to secure skilled labour for the UK's nuclear sector, enhancing both civil and defence capabilities. ## Notice The Career Switchers Programme is a key initiative within the Nuclear Skills Plan (NSP), designed to attract, prepare, and accelerate mid-career professionals into critical nuclear sector roles. The programme targets occupations experiencing skills shortages across both civil and defence nuclear domains. By offering structured pathways, accelerator courses, and support mechanisms, it seeks to build a flexible, capable, and sustainable workforce. ### Lot Information Destination Nuclear Bursaries Sponsorship Scheme The Sponsorship Scheme is designed to address the pressing need for skilled professionals within the nuclear sector, encompassing both civil and defence applications. Recognising the significant demand for degree-educated individuals in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines, and the current under-representation among those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, this initiative aims to foster social mobility while fulfilling critical workforce requirements. This is through offering comprehensive support, including full funding for tuition fees, summer placements, additional bursaries, and guaranteed job placement upon degree completion. Sector Experts into Training Career Switchers Skills Supply Demand Model Roles, Pathways and Curriculum Training Provider Network Teacher Training Bursary ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055115-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 3 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,630,303 | | Lots value | £35,630,303 | | Awards value | £17,086,140 | | Contracts value | £17,086,140 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Complete | | Awards status | Active, Cancelled | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Additional buyers | Missing | | 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 | 5 | | Supplier names | COGENT SKILLS; ERNST AND YOUNG; MHP GROUP; MTC OPERATIONS; NATIONAL SKILLS ACADEMY NUCLEAR | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80 - Education and training services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 72415000 - World wide web (www) site operation host services - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services - 79341400 - Advertising campaign services - 79342100 - Direct marketing services - 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level - 80530000 - Vocational training services - 98390000 - Other services ## Release History - 11 Jun 2026 at 10:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055115-2026 - 18 May 2026 at 11:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045330-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 11:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044880-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 11:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044877-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 11:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044874-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 11:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044871-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 11:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044863-2026 - 15 May 2026 at 10:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044845-2026 - 2 Apr 2026 at 09:53 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030745-2026 - 1 Apr 2026 at 15:58 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030592-2026 - 30 Mar 2026 at 10:29 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028985-2026 - 30 Mar 2026 at 10:25 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028980-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 13:45 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028552-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 13:42 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028549-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 13:39 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028544-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 13:33 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028538-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 12:53 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028508-2026 - 27 Mar 2026 at 12:44 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028502-2026 - 7 Nov 2025 at 12:48 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072018-2025 - 27 Oct 2025 at 16:18 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068696-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055115-2026 11th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045330-2026 18th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044880-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044877-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044874-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044871-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044863-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044845-2026 15th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030745-2026 2nd April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030592-2026 1st April 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028985-2026 30th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028980-2026 30th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028552-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028549-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028544-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028538-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028508-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028502-2026 27th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072018-2025 7th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068696-2025 27th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/go/55405059019A2645B034 - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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