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Leicester College Call for Turing Scheme Partners 2026/27

LEICESTER COLLEGE

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03 Aug 2026 at 10:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicester College is currently seeking partners for the implementation of the Turing Scheme for the 2026/27 period, focusing on education and training services. The initiative aims to facilitate international mobility placements for further education students, including those from underrepresented and SEND groups. This tender involves a total contract value ranging between £25,000 and £125,000, based on provider capacity and costs. The procurement is at the tender stage, with an open procedure method, and bids must be submitted by 14 September 2026. The contract is set to begin on 1 October 2026 and will conclude on 31 August 2027, taking place in various locations across the United Kingdom with Global partnerships.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in educational mobility and capable of supporting diverse student needs. Organisations with a strong track record in providing international work placements and an understanding of Turing Scheme regulations can leverage this project to expand their global networks and enhance their service offerings. Companies experienced in working with disadvantaged groups and SEND students will be particularly competitive, and the opportunity suits SMEs and VCSE organisations looking to grow their operations. Businesses can benefit significantly by collaborating with Leicester College, given its emphasis on high-quality, value-for-money services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Leicester College Call for Turing Scheme Partners 2026/27

Notice Description

In June 2026, Leicester College secured both FE and HE Turing Scheme contracts for 2026/27. To enable selected 2026/27 student cohorts to benefit from overseas further education-based mobility placements, we are currently welcoming applications from experienced and reputable organisations to support us by organising, managing, and delivering these international mobility placements. Leicester College intends to contract to one or more providers within the contract period. The anticipated annual value of the services is approximately PS25,000 to PS125,000 depending on your capacity, costs and our student volumes. To be considered as a partner organisation we require, as a minimum: Demonstrable experience of supporting international mobility placements with UK further education students, including apprentices Evidence of working with disadvantaged, underrepresented, and SEND students, with tailored support approaches Provision of high-quality work placements with external employers that enable students to enhance transferable skills and improve educational and career prospects Placements for 14 or 15 days (with a minimum of 10 work/study days), or at least 7 days for students with SEND Placements scheduled between 1 October 2026 and 31 August 2027 Clear understanding of Turing Scheme funding categories and the DfE grant rates for chosen destinations Leicester College will consider destinations where partners have strong employer networks and can deliver value for money within DfE funding rates. Destinations will be assessed against: Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) travel advice, with particular attention to any regions affected by ongoing political instability or conflict. College risk assessment protocols. For example, the recent Middle East conflict which could affect stopover plans and cause travel disruptions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67b781d1-0586-4c2b-ae9f-86c4926da9f4
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 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
LEICESTER COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE2 7LW
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Saffron
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

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