---
title: "PGCE Award Body"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e914"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARK"
published: "2026-02-06"
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# PGCE Award Body

Buyer: ARK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e914

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Ark involved the project titled "PGCE Award Body," focusing on higher education services across the UK. This open procedure was managed by Ark, a public authority in sub-central government, based in London. The procurement stage has recently been completed, culminating in an award to the University of Brighton, a notable large-scale supplier. The contract, valued at £800,000, will commence on 3rd August 2026 and is set to operate until 3rd August 2029, with the possibility of two one-year renewals. This process highlights the service industry's integral role, specifically within education, encompassing delivery and awarding of PGCE qualifications for various educational routes.

This tender creates significant opportunities for institutions capable of delivering higher education services, especially those involved in degree awarding and curriculum design. The open procurement method invites a competitive landscape where institutions with robust research-informed curricula and compliance with Ofsted requirements can excel. For businesses looking to expand into or strengthen their position within the academic sector, this tender provides a platform for growth and collaboration. Although SMEs did not feature in the final bids, they might find future opportunities by aligning with larger institutions or enhancing their capabilities to meet similar selection criteria.

## Notice

*Delivery and awarding of PGCE for both secondary and primary routes, including those teaching in special schools *Deliver a coherent, research-informed curriculum aligned with the ITTECF. *Provide a clearly sequenced curriculum that aligns with Ark Teacher Training's own academic overview *Fully compliant with Ofsted requirements To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012518113

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011121-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| Lots value | £1,800,000 |
| Awards value | £800,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARK |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W12 7TF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Electoral ward | White City |
| Westminster constituency | Hammersmith and Chiswick |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011121-2026
- 26 Nov 2025 at 12:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077194-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011121-2026
  6th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077194-2025
  26th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/.
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012518113
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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