---
title: "UG Internships Abroad"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0600aa"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CARDIFF UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-01-07"
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# UG Internships Abroad

Buyer: CARDIFF UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0600aa

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## Summary

Cardiff University has concluded a procurement process titled "UG Internships Abroad," aimed at sourcing a provider to facilitate internships abroad for its undergraduate students. This tender falls under the services category and specifically involves adult-education services at university level. The contract, awarded to GRADCORE LTD, was completed using a direct procurement method, bypassing open competition due to it being below the financial threshold. The contract officially started on 6 January 2026 and is set to end on 6 January 2027, with a total value of £42,000. This procurement is aligned with Welsh devolved regulations, and the contract covers delivery within the UK, region UKL22.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specializing in providing educational programmes and student support services, particularly those experienced in coordinating international internships. Businesses similar to GRADCORE LTD, which is classified as an SME, could find such opportunities beneficial for growth, offering capabilities in sourcing and delivering bespoke short-term programmes with comprehensive support services. This contract reflects the needs of educational institutions seeking tailored solutions for enhancing student experiences and broadening their global exposure, presenting valuable prospects for companies adept in such niche markets.

## Notice

Cardiff University, Global Opportunities Team, requires a provider to deliver internships abroad for UG Cardiff University students. The provider will source and provide bespoke short-term programmes, including accommodation, as well as providing 24hr support for students.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000939-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2026 - 6 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £42,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF24 4HQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRADCORE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2026 at 10:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000939-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000939-2026
  7th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/business/why-work-with-us/for-suppliers
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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