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CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery

EAST DURHAM COLLEGE

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22 Jun 2026 at 16:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Durham College is inviting bids for the contract titled "CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery." This procurement process falls within the education and training services industry, with a focus on delivering Adult Skills Fund provisions at Level 2 and above, aimed at fostering progression into sustained employment and higher-level learning. The tender is at the active stage, with submissions due by 18th July 2026. The contract, valued at up to £450,000, will be split among a maximum of three subcontract partners. Services will be delivered in the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority region, covering locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the contract period is set from 3rd August 2026 to 31st July 2027.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth to businesses specialising in educational and vocational training services. It is particularly well-suited for high-performing SMEs keen on expanding their service delivery within this sector. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio by delivering critical educational services designed to improve employment outcomes. Participating companies must demonstrate the ability to effectively deliver the specified outcomes within the contract’s scope, making it an ideal opportunity for skilled providers aiming for a significant impact in regional educational development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery

Notice Description

East Durham College is seeking to appoint a maximum of three high-performing subcontract partners to deliver Adult Skills Fund (ASF) provision at Level 2 and above, with a clear focus on progression into sustained employment and higher-level learning. Provision must be delivered to adults aged 19+ resident within the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority Delivery may take place in community, employer, or college venues, but learner residency must align with NECA postcode eligibility. The contract value will be based on an 80/20 split. The full contract value will be a maximum of PS450,000 Tenderers are invited to bid for the contract amount they can effectively deliver within the specified contract requirements; it will then be at the discretion of the College to determine the split of the contract award. This may be split as incremental awards throughout the academic year dependent on achievement of deliverables. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (1) Lot 2: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (2) Lot 3: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (3) To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18103. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18103 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57d84c54-d501-4c5f-8498-17fb688386a3
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
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
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERLEE
Postcode
SR8 2RN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Peterlee West
Westminster Constituency
Easington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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