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# Provision of Researcher Development Programme - 5 Lots

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/provision-of-researcher-development-programme-5-lots-ocds-h6vhtk-0679ef). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** University of Strathclyde: "Provision of Researcher Development Programme - 5 Lots". Published status: planned. Planned Pipeline Value: Value not published. 5 published lots. Submission deadline not published. See the official notice for participation instructions.

## Key Information
- **Status:** PLANNED (no submission deadline published)
- **Buyer:** [University of Strathclyde](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/university-of-strathclyde-GB-FTS-135284)
- **Planned Pipeline Value:** Value not published (currency not published)
- **Submission Deadline:** Not published
- **Lots:** 5
- **Procurement Method:** Not published
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Education and training services, Specialist training services, Training programme services, Training services
- **Delivery Location:** UKM82
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0024
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-0679ef`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/provision-of-researcher-development-programme-5-lots-ocds-h6vhtk-0679ef#tl-md)

## Description
The University of Strathclyde seeks suppliers to design and deliver a comprehensive suite of training courses to support skills development for postgraduate researchers. Suppliers will be required to create courses that collectively address the full range of skills outlined within the defined Lots. Suppliers will be able to submit bids for one, multiple, or all Lots. Part‑Lot submissions will not be accepted; however, partnership arrangements between bidders to enable a full Lot submission will be permitted.
Lot 1 – Communicating: General
Courses in this Lot should support researchers to develop broad communication capabilities suitable for public and professional contexts. Areas that should be covered:
- Public engagement and outreach
- Developing and communicating a personal voice or brand
- Effective use of social media
- Building and engaging with professional networks
Lot 2 – Communicating: Academic
Courses within this Lot should strengthen researchers’ communication and presentation skills within academic environments. Areas that should be covered:
- Presentation skills (beginner and advanced)
- Poster design and presentation
- Viva preparation
- Three Minute Thesis training
Lot 3 – Thriving in Your Research
This Lot focuses on developing researchers’ personal effectiveness and capacity to thrive throughout the research journey. Areas that should be covered:
- Understanding and navigating the PhD journey
Time and project management
- Imposter syndrome and confidence building
- Resilience and wellbeing
- General professional skills for researchers
Lot 4 – Writing – Academic
Courses in this Lot should support researchers in developing writing skills for academic publication and research outputs. Areas that should be covered:
- Writing for and publishing in STEAM, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business journals
- Conducting and writing literature reviews
- Thesis structuring and writing
- Grant writing
Lot 5 – Writing – General
This Lot encompasses broader writing skills applicable across disciplines and contexts. Areas that should be covered:
- Writing styles and techniques
- Reflective and narrative writing
- Editing strategies, tools, and techniques
Courses provided under any Lot must:
- 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.

## Lots (5)
### Lot 1: Provision of Researcher Development Programme
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** planned
- **CPV codes:** 80500000, 80510000, 80521000
- **Delivery regions:** UKM

- **Description:** The University of Strathclyde seeks suppliers to design and deliver a comprehensive suite of training courses to support skills development for postgraduate researchers. Suppliers will be required to create courses that collectively address the full ...

### Lot 2: Provision of Researcher Development Programme - Lot 2
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** planned
- **CPV codes:** 80000000
- **Delivery regions:** UKM

- **Description:** Lot 2 – Communicating: Academic
Courses within this Lot should strengthen researchers’ communication and presentation skills within academic environments. Areas that should be covered:
- Presentation skills (beginner and advanced)
- Poster design and...

### Lot 3: Provision of Researcher Development Programme - Lot 3
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** planned
- **CPV codes:** 80000000
- **Delivery regions:** UKM

- **Description:** Lot 3 – Thriving in Your Research
This Lot focuses on developing researchers’ personal effectiveness and capacity to thrive throughout the research journey. Areas that should be covered:
- Understanding and navigating the PhD journey
- Time and proje...

### Lot 4: Provision of Researcher Development Programme - Lot 4
- **Lot id:** `4`
- **Status:** planned
- **CPV codes:** 80000000
- **Delivery regions:** UKM

- **Description:** Lot 4 – Writing – Academic
Courses in this Lot should support researchers in developing writing skills for academic publication and research outputs. Areas that should be covered:
- Writing for and publishing in STEAM, Humanities, Social Sciences, an...

### Lot 5: Provision of Researcher Development Programme - Lot 5
- **Lot id:** `5`
- **Status:** planned
- **CPV codes:** 80000000
- **Delivery regions:** UKM

- **Description:** Lot 5 – Writing – General
This Lot encompasses broader writing skills applicable across disciplines and contexts. Areas that should be covered:
- Writing styles and techniques
- Reflective and narrative writing
- Editing strategies, tools, and techni...

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F029967-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-03-31T15:33:17.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-22T18:01:34.855Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-0679ef