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Alternative Education Provision Flexible Framework

South Tyneside Council

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Summary of the contracting process

The Alternative Education Provision Flexible Framework is a public procurement opportunity managed by South Tyneside Council, aimed at identifying providers for alternative education placements for pupils from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4. This framework is designed to support pupils excluded or at risk of exclusion from school and those requiring an alternative educational pathway within the South Tyneside area. The procurement falls under the “Education and training services” category, with an open procedure method allowing providers to apply for numerous lots, each aligned with specific educational needs. Notably, the framework allows a rolling application process, closing every three months for evaluation, with the final framework extension now running until 23 February 2029, as per the latest amendments.

This tender opens diverse opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those equipped to offer personalised learning experiences. Entrepreneurs and organisations with capabilities in developing alternative curriculums, therapeutic education, vocational training, or addressing emotionally based school avoidance may find this an advantageous prospect. The framework's design encourages constant new entries, allowing providers to strategically align with the needs of primary and secondary institutions across the South Tyneside boundaries. Engaging in this initiative could significantly enhance business growth by enabling service providers to apply their expertise across multiple education categories and thereby create a robust presence within the educational services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Alternative Education Provision Flexible Framework

Notice Description

The purpose of this Flexible Framework Agreement (FFA) is to create a list of Providers who can offer alternative education placements to Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2), Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6) Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) and Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) pupils who have been excluded from school or at risk of exclusion, at risk of disengaging from mainstream school provision or otherwise require alternative education provision to meet their educational entitlement. The provision is for those pupils who need a more individualised personal, social and academic curriculum. The Council is creating this Flexible Framework without restrictions to the number of Providers who can join, only that they meet all the requirements of the application process and Service Specification. This Flexible Framework opportunity will be available to South Tyneside Council and to all the primary and secondary schools, academies and places of education based within the South Tyneside Council boundary area (known as "Participating Organisations"), a list of which can be found: Find a school and school holiday dates - South Tyneside Council. Suppliers will be required to express interest in this opportunity on the NEPO ProContract system. If not already registered on ProContract please register at the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com. Suppliers will then be granted access to the application documentation - Project Number DN712962. Please note that registering on ProContract and expressing interest does not mean that you have bid for the tender - once the above steps are complete you will be required to complete and submit the flexible framework application documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1 Primary (KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years)

LOT 1 Primary KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years - must provide education with a focus on achieving KS1 and KS2 outcomes to ensure that pupils are ready to make a successful transition into Secondary education.

Lot 2 Secondary (KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years)

LOT 2 Secondary KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years - must provide education with a focus on achieving academic qualifications (GCSE or alternatives) to ensure that pupils are ready to make a successful transition into post 16 education or training.

Lot 3 Medical and Therapeutic (KS1-KS4 - age 5-16 years)

LOT 3 (Medical and Therapeutic) has 2 sub-lots: Sub-lot 1: KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years Sub-lot 2 KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years Must provide education for pupils who have been prevented from attending their mainstream School as a result of mental health or medical needs. These may be physical, emotional, or psychological.

Lot 4 Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)

LOT 4 Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) has 2 sub lots: Sub lot 1 KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years Sub lot 2 KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years Must provide a broad and personalised education programme for pupils with emotionally based school avoidance. The service will provide tailored support for pupils, with the aim of successful reintegration in their 'home' school.

Lot 5 Alternative Curriculum and Enrichment Service

LOT 5 (Alternative Curriculum and Enrichment Service) has 2 sub lots: Sub-lot 1 KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years Sub-lot 2 KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years Must provide a creative and alternative programme that enhances or provides an alternative curriculum for KS1 - 4 pupils. The service will provide tailored support for pupils who are disengaged with learning in the classroom or face challenges with the pace of a classroom curriculum.

Lot 6 Day 6 Exclusion

LOT 6 (Day 6 Exclusion) has 2 sub-lots: Sub-lot 1 KS1 and KS2 - age 5-11 years Sub-lot 2 KS3 and KS4 - age 11-16 years Must provide education from day six for any pupil who has a permanent exclusion from their mainstream School, and can register a child onto their school roll, so that they can continue with their education with the minimum of disruption.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-043d07
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062387-2025
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
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
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 20282 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20242 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2024 - 31 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Tyneside Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
9
Supplier Names

Endless Adventure North East Ld

Fast Forward Vocational Training Ltd

Groundwork South and North Tyneside Ltd

Key Subject Tuition Ltd

Learning Hive Ltd

Nudge Education Ltd

Prospero Group Ltd

River Tees Multi-Academy Trust

Targeted Provision Ltd

Further Information

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