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Expression of Interest for SEND Associates

THE EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOUNDATION

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25 Apr 2025 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Education and Training Foundation (ETF), based in London, is currently inviting expressions of interest to join an Associates register for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) under the procurement title "Expression of Interest for SEND Associates." This opportunity falls under the education and training services industry category, with varied classifications including special and vocational training services. The tender is open and applying businesses can reach markets across multiple UK regions, including North East, North West, and London. Key timelines include a closing date for expressions of interest set on 12 May 2025, while the contract period is planned from 2 June 2025 to 31 March 2027, making use of an open procurement method below the threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in SEND and related educational services, as the procurement method encourages broad participation. Business entities equipped with the expertise in special education and training programmes are well-suited to compete, especially those capable of delivering specialist and staff training services across various regions in the UK. The extended contract period offers a stable engagement, allowing businesses to plan and deliver comprehensive services while expanding their footprint in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expression of Interest for SEND Associates

Notice Description

The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) are seeking expressions of interest from tenderers specialising in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), who wish to join an Associates register.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0a6e09c2-2424-4fbd-bec4-00c27ff73035
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74bcdd92-9f56-4747-9693-24629f8386be
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80340000 - Special education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80511000 - Staff training services

80521000 - Training programme services

80530000 - Vocational training services

80532000 - Management training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOUNDATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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