--- title: "Shott Scale Up Accelerator Growth Training Programme" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b116" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b116" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b116.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b116.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING" published: "2026-06-09" --- # Shott Scale Up Accelerator Growth Training Programme Buyer: THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b116 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b116) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b116.json) ## Summary The Royal Academy of Engineering is seeking a lead training provider for the Shott Scale Up Accelerator Growth Training Programme. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 29th June 2026. The contract is to run from 18th August 2026 to 18th August 2028. The programme focuses on management training services for leaders of UK-based deep tech SMEs preparing to scale, with training designed to address real-world scale-up challenges. The successful bidder will co-design and deliver modules alongside Academy partners. The opportunity is located in the United Kingdom, with the contract valued at £175,500. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, inviting expressions of interest via shottscaleup@raeng.org.uk. This tender represents a significant opportunity for training organisations with expertise in scaling tech businesses. The programme is designed to facilitate peer learning and improve leadership skills, providing substantial growth potential to SMEs. Organisations with a strong track record in running accelerator or incubator programmes and those well-versed in embedding Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion into training will find this contract particularly fitting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may benefit from reserved participation conditions specific to the tender. The Academy seeks to ensure high-quality, coherent delivery through a collaborative approach, ideal for businesses offering innovative, tailor-made training solutions. ## Notice The Royal Academy of Engineering is seeking one lead training provider for a two-year contract to co-design and deliver seven growth training modules for leaders of deep tech SMEs preparing to scale. The provider will be accountable for overall programme coherence, quality, cross-module integration and reporting, while working with Academy partners who will contribute to selected modules. Participants will comprise up to 15 founders or C-suite leaders from UK-based deep tech SMEs at a pre-scale-up stage, with varied sector experience and a strong appetite for peer learning and practical support. Training should be practical, grounded in real scale-up challenges, and designed to include peer learning, reflection and tailored support. Together, the lead provider and module partners will equip participants to: Develop greater confidence and strengthen leadership capabilities as they navigate the complexities of scaling fast growing organisations. Expand their understanding of market opportunities, refine strategic thinking and build robust growth plans that support the ambitions of deep tech businesses. The Academy expects all trainers across modules to work as one delivery team. The lead provider will coordinate this approach to ensure a coherent participant journey and avoid unnecessary duplication. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: The right to additional purchases may be exercised during the term of the contract if requirements change, for example where there is an increase in participant numbers, or supplementary training sessions are required. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054406-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Aug 2026 - 18 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £175,500 | | Lots value | £175,500 | | 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 | THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1Y 5DG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80532000 - Management training services ## Release History - 9 Jun 2026 at 14:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054406-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054406-2026 9th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17494 ## Notice URLs - https://raeng.org.uk/about-us/work-with-us/calls-for-proposal/ - 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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