--- title: "Provision of PGR Training Programme" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE" published: "2025-03-13" --- # Provision of PGR Training Programme Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306.json) ## Summary The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, has issued a planned procurement notice for the provision of a Postgraduate Researchers (PGR) Training Programme. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, is aimed at delivering a comprehensive package of training courses focused on project management for postgraduate researchers. The industry category falls under Education, specifically geared towards enhancing research skills and professional development. Interested parties are expected to complete and return a questionnaire by 11th March 2025 for market engagement purposes, with further notices anticipated around 24th March 2025. This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and professional training services, particularly those with experience in the Higher Education sector. Companies with a robust portfolio in delivering project management training, both online and in-person, would find this an attractive prospect. Potential suppliers should be well-versed in providing dynamic training solutions that include a mix of individual and group-based activities and possess the capability to address diverse topics such as presentation skills, grant writing, data management, and academic writing. This procurement offers a substantial contract valued at £350,000, presenting significant growth opportunities for suitable providers. ## Notice The University of Strathclyde requires a package of training courses focused on project management, tailored for postgraduate researchers ### Lot Information Confident Communications - Confident Communications: General presentation; Poster presentation; Grant writing; Public engagement; 3MT preparation; Viva preparation; Your voice - social media, elevator pitch Thriving in Your Research - Thriving in Your Research: Time management; TM for part-time; Networking; Understanding UK HE landscape (incl. finance/funding); Entrepreneurship; Data Management Plans; Imposter syndrome; Supervisor relationship; Resilience Culture, Ethics and Community - Culture, Ethics and Community: Research integrity & ethics; 'Wellness' series; Collaborative/interdisciplinary working; Leadership & team building; Sustainability; Data sharing/open access Effective Writing The University of Strathclyde requires a package of training courses focused on project management, tailored for postgraduate researchers, that cover the following topics: - Effective Writing: Writing & presenting; Your voice in academic writing; Understanding and undertaking literature review; Editing; Data visualisation; Thesis writing; Writing for/publishing in academic journals - STEM; Writing for/publishing in academic journals - HaSSB Courses will: - be a blended format of online - and in-person on the University of Strathclyde campus; - be held at least twice during the period October-May, inclusive, depending on participant demand; be held on dates agreed prior to October each year; - be delivered by trainers with experience delivering practical training in the Higher Education sector, with a breadth of knowledge from a range of disciplines and sectors; - use a blended format of course materials, and individual and group-based activities; - use practical exercises to reinforce and enhance the skills learned. - the University of Strathclyde will provide suitable space for in-person courses, refreshment for participants, and printing of materials. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525979 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 24 Mar 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G1 1XU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80500000 - Training services - 80510000 - Specialist training services - 80520000 - Training facilities - 80521000 - Training programme services - 80532000 - Management training services ## Release History - 13 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525979 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR525979&idx=1 20th March 2025 - PIN Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR525979&idx=2 20th March 2025 - PIN Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525979 Provision of PGR Training Programme - The University of Strathclyde requires a package of training courses focused on project management, tailored for postgraduate researchers ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=792306 - http://www.strath.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792306 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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