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Solider Development is an element of Basic Training (BT) embedded within the Common Military Syllabus (Future Soldier) (CMS (FS)) delivered by Soldier Academy HQ through ATC(P), ATR(W) and ITC(C). The purpose of Soldier Development is to stimulate individual behaviours developing physical and mental robustness of the recruit which underpin the Army Leadership Code.
Using Type 1 Adventurous Training, recruits are exposed to controlled risk in a challenging and often demanding outdoor environment where the perceived risk to life is real. Developing self-confidence, physical and moral courage, resilience and determination, and leadership skills that directly enhance military capability. Solider Development is the only activity that places our recruits in situations outside their comfort zone and exposure to fear and thus is central to the teaching and application of mental resilience.
The Scope of the contract includes:
Operations Manager: Responsible for planning and managing the weekly training programme, overseeing contracted staff resources, ensuring currency and competency of instructional staff, managing fixed contract staff responsibilities, overseeing staff CPD, recruitment, pay, staff reporting, conducting training deliver, and conducting PPE checks/conditioning boards.
Training Moderators: Deputise for the Ops manager, conduct training moderations on contractual staff, facilitate staff CPD, deliver training when required, and aid with stores work when necessary.
Instructors: Responsible for training delivery and supporting with stores work as needed.
Senior Storekeeper: Accountable for issuing and maintaining all essential clothing and equipment, as well as managing safety and accountability checks on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Storekeeper: Responsible for issuing, accounting for, and maintaining all essential clothing and equipment.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capita Business Services Ltd | 02299747 | ~£9,400,000 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Lot 1 | FORMER MP |
This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately. 2 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Apr 2025 – Mar 2027 | £9,400,000 £3,979,000 initial term | 2 | Capita Business Services Ltd | active |
Weightings from the notice.
Government spending data: This supplier has received £3,350,392,024 in 45,888 payments (over £25k) from Department for Work and Pensions, Department for Education, NHS England, Ministry of Defence, Department for Transport and 63 more public bodies (2010-04-01 to 2026-06-22). View full payment history →