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Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jun 2026 at 15:08

Award Notice
Tender

22 Jan 2026 at 15:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service" was undertaken by the London Borough of Merton. This tender falls under the "Adult and other education services" industry category, classified with CPV code 80400000. The process employed an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure, resulting in an award stage as of 15th June 2026. The contract spans from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd August 2029, with a value of £3,950,000, awarded to the South Thames Colleges Group. The primary location for service delivery is England, United Kingdom. This procurement aligns with the objectives of the London Growth Plan, aiming for sustainable and inclusive economic development.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for educational service providers, particularly SMEs due to its value and scope focusing on adult learning and skills enhancement. Providers experienced in delivering high-quality education services within the UK, especially those able to align with strategic goals around economic growth and sustainability, would be well-suited to deliver on this contract. As such, it not only offers direct financial opportunities but also allows providers to align with London's broader educational and community development objectives, supporting long-term business expansion and influence in the region's adult education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Merton ("the Council") is inviting tenders for delivering the Merton Adult Learning Main Service Contract of Adult Learning following the rules set out in the Procurement Act 2023 and subsequent Regulations ("the Act"). The procurement requirements encompass the priorities of Merton including maintaining excellent education and skills, and promoting a dynamic, connected, and inclusive community and economy and as part of South London Partnership (SLP) the implementation of the London Growth Plan. The Mayor of London, in collaboration with London Councils, has committed to implementing a new London Growth Plan, which was published in 2025. The plan outlines the strategies for driving sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the capital. Key objectives include creating jobs, increasing wages, improving living standards for Londoners, and achieving a net-zero carbon footprint.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e17247c8-8650-4e66-9656-5bc79cea417d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b612a6bd-7b82-420d-8456-ec708e7f3568
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,950,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP

Further Information

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