Flexible Framework for Services linked to Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC) and Pupil Equity Fund (PEF) - Entry Point 4

North Lanarkshire Council

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Award

29 Aug 2025 at 09:38

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21 Mar 2025 at 10:51

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16 Aug 2024 at 14:00

Tender

27 Mar 2024 at 15:52

Award

14 Sep 2023 at 16:20

TenderUpdate

29 May 2023 at 10:04

Tender

02 May 2023 at 15:16

Award

19 Jan 2023 at 15:23

Tender

30 Sep 2022 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

North Lanarkshire Council has completed the procurement process for the "Flexible Framework for Services linked to Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC) and Pupil Equity Fund (PEF) - Entry Point 4". This tender is classified under the education and training services category and is focused on addressing the poverty-related attainment gap in primary, secondary, and additional support needs schools within the North Lanarkshire area, which is denoted as UKM84. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure and has reached the award phase. Key contracts under this framework were signed on 31st August 2023, involving several services such as Activity Based Learning, Community Engagement, and Mentoring & Support Services. The framework allows new providers to apply annually, ensuring sustained capacity and choice throughout its 4-year term.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for service providers specializing in areas like educational activities, mental health support, and community engagement. With a focus on closing the attainment gap, organizations equipped to offer innovative and impactful educational solutions will find this framework beneficial. The open nature of this framework encourages participation across different lots with no restrictions on the number of lots a provider can apply for, thereby appealing to SMEs and social enterprises eager to make a difference in educational settings. Service providers like COVEY (Community Volunteers Enabling You), Columba 1400, and The Miracle Foundation Scio are examples of entities that have actively engaged with various lots, indicating the framework's relevance to a diverse range of service-oriented businesses.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Flexible Framework for Services linked to Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC) and Pupil Equity Fund (PEF) - Entry Point 4

Notice Description

The Council have already established a Flexible Framework (https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460524)for services linked to Scottish Attainment Challenge and Pupil Equity Fund. . This notice is for Entry Point 4, which is applicable for any potential Provider and/or setting that is not already on the Framework. . The original Framework was set up for 4 years, with included annual entry points to allow new Providers to apply to join the Framework, this would enable the Council to maintain capacity and choice. . Key objectives of Scottish Attainment Challenge is to provide opportunities for local authorities in addressing the poverty related attainment gap. . The Pupil Equity funding is additional funding allocated directly to schools with objective to allow flexibility within a local context for schools to target interventions aimed at closing the poverty related attainment gap. . It is envisaged that Service Providers appointed to this Flexible Framework will support these objectives. The resultant services will be made available to Primary, Secondary and Additional Support Needs schools within NLC.

Lot Information

Activity Based Learning

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . To provide a service which engages and encourages pupils to learn and develop through participation in a range of learning activities and experiences which may include, but are not limited to, outdoor learning, sport and social activities aimed a closing the poverty related attainment gap. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. . . Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Community Engagement

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a service which focuses on engaging pupils, parents/carers and a wider community in learning through activities designed to close the poverty related attainment gap. The services(s) provided should complement the range of activities which the local Authority currently provides. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Pupil Workshops

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide to provide a service which engages pupils on a particular subject, activity or project through discussion, performance or participation in class(es) dedicated to the project or activity. This service may include, but is not limited to, mindfulness, yoga, confidence building, nutrition, diversity and health and wellbeing. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Educational Leadership (all staff)

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a service which will develop leadership skills in teachers and support staff as part of the local Authority's commitment to career long professional Learning. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Leadership for Pupils

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a service which will develop leadership and team working skills in pupils of all ages and abilities across the local authority. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Educational Assessments

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide support and assessment materials primarily in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and Health and Wellbeing. This service may include, but is not limited to, standardised diagnostic assessment and screening tools. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response document. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Research and Improvement Consultancy

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a service which will support the local authority in seeking to close the poverty related attainment gap. This service may include, but is not limited to, data analysis and research-based activities focused on data acquisition in relation to closing the poverty related attainment gap. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Developing the Young Workforce

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This lot is to provide a service which assist schools in developing skills for learning, life and work in children and young people in the broad general education, particularly for those young people with barriers to learning and at risk of disengaging from education early. The service may include but is not limited to work-related learning experiences, employer involvement, family involvement and also development opportunities for teachers. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Counselling

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a counselling service that is universal. This will complement the range of whole-school and targeted approaches already available in schools to help support the mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing of children and young people. This Lot focuses on the provision of formal counselling and follows the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapy (BACP) definition of counselling which is: 'a professional activity delivered by qualified practitioners in schools. Counsellors offer distressed children and young people an opportunity to talk about their difficulties, within a relationship of agreed confidentiality'. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response document. . Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Mentoring & Support and Advice Services

This Lot is part of the overall framework for potential providers to support North Lanarkshire Councils objectives to close the poverty related attainment gap. . This Lot is to provide a service which focuses on the support and encouragement of pupils to manage their own learning in order that they may develop their learning skills, supports nurture and health and wellbeing activities, improves their academic performance and maximises their potential. This service may include, but is not limited to, additional support with academic studies, coaching, youth work and support and mentoring activities, group and/or one-to-one support with pupils and/or families, resilience coaching, mediation, speech and language therapy. . Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT SCHEDULE 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Buyer Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System. . General Note to tenderers - you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03720a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052276-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,200,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Lanarkshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MOTHERWELL
Postcode
ML1 1AB
Postcode Area
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM84 North Lanarkshire

Local Authority
North Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig
Westminster Constituency
Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
86
Supplier Names

ACER International United Kingdom Limited

Abernethy

Achieve More Scotland

Action for Children Services Ltd

Barnardo's

Beats of Brazil

Befit Training Limited

Blossom with Nurture

Brachan Consultancy

Budding Engineers Community Interest Company

COVEY (Community Volunteers Enabling You)

Campfire Classroom

Code Division Learning Centre

Columba 1400

Crossfit Airdrie

Do-Be Ltd

ENABLE Scotland

Early Years Scotland

Flavour5 Ltd

Foundation for Positive Mental Health

GJL Music Education

GenPlus

Get Ready Crew

Getting Better Together Ltd

HeadStrong (Scotland) Limited

INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA LEARNING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Impact Arts

Includem

Kate Hookham T/a Do Learn

Lanarkshire Catering School

Lanarkshire Play Therapy CIC

Leigh's Forest School and Outdoor Learning

Liber8 Lanarkshire

Lifelink

LinkLiving Ltd

Live-N-Learn Ltd

Love Outdoor Learning

Love@care Ltd

MacLaughter

Macdonald Education Consultants

Makaton Marvels and Creative Communications

Maths Circle Ltd

Mind Marvels

Monkey Drama

Motherwell FC Community Trust

New College Lanarkshire

NoTosh Limited

One Parent Families Scotland

Osiris Educational

OutLET Play Resource

Papilio Engineering Ltd

Penumbra

Phantom's Legacy, Equido Equine Intervention Therapy and Education

Place2Be

Playback ICE

Plus One Learning Limited

Practically Primary Science

Recycled Bikes Scotland limited

Reeltime Music

Relax Kids Motherwell/Mini Me Yoga Lanarkshire

Relax Kids with Domonique

Rethinking Education

Right Options

Routes to Work Limited

SPYF On Bikes

Socialtrack

Soundplay Projects

Strathclyde Park Rowing Club

Synergy Training Services Ltd

Teentalk Scotland

The Larder West Lothian

The Lennox Partnership

The Miracle Foundation SCIO

The Outward Bound Trust

The SkillZone

The Spark

The Verdancy Group Ltd

Therapeutic Counselling Services Ltd

Tree of Knowledge

Triangle Consulting Social Enterprise Ltd

Uteach Ltd

Volunteering Matters

Wildside Adventures Ltd

Windmills Lanarkshire

YMCA Bellshill & Mossend

tigers (sta ) limited

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