Tender

Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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Tender

22 Jan 2026 at 15:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton is inviting tenders for the "Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service", focusing on adult and other education services. This tender, classified under the CPV code 80400000, is part of the broader London Growth Plan aiming to support economic growth and community inclusivity. The procurement follows an open procedure and seeks to procure services in England, United Kingdom. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 24th February 2026. The contract period is set from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd August 2029, with an estimated contract value of GBP 3,900,000. The tender is currently in the active stage.

This procurement process presents significant growth opportunities for SMEs, given the Council's support towards encouraging such entities to participate. Enterprises that specialise in educational services, particularly those focused on adult learning, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Participation in this tender can facilitate business expansion by engaging with a major borough under a plan supportive of sustainable development and economic growth. Businesses aiming to contribute to community development whilst enhancing their service portfolio in the adult education sector would find this tender particularly suited to their expertise.

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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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e414db-0425-46bc-af6d-0bfc080d363d
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2029 3-4 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.services@merton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

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