---
title: "UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061566"
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# UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061566

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## Summary

The British Council has initiated a procurement process to support its "UK1180 Mentoring Feasibility and Pilot Design Support" programme, inviting tenders for the provision of advisory services. The project focuses on the education and training services sector, specifically targeting project management consultancy services, and is geographically located in London. The tender stage is currently active, with submissions due by 20th February 2026 and the contract expected to commence on 2nd March 2026. This open procurement process is meant for below-threshold competition, and potential suppliers must submit their proposals electronically via the specified online portal.

This tender presents a vital opportunity for businesses specializing in project management consultancy and educational services to partner with the British Council in a prestigious initiative. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender values diversity and innovation in delivering strategic support for international alumni engagement. With a significant contract value and the potential for two extensions of 12 months each, this opportunity is ideal for firms with the capability and expertise to conduct feasibility studies and strategic planning exercises for educational programmes.

## Notice

Alumni UK is planning a mentoring programme to support alumni and community engagement. To inform the design and implementation of a pilot programme, we require: 1.a small-scale feasibility study to evaluate demand, programme models, and 2. advisory services to guide the planning and strategic implementation of a small-scale pilot. The feasibility study will also include a scoping exercise to ensure the programme adds value to what universities already offer their international alumni, avoiding duplication of existing initiatives.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract is subject to 2 periods of 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009470-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 13:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009470-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009470-2026
  3rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britishcouncil.org
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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