Planning

Alternative (Education) Provision

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

14 May 2025 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process is initiated by Nottinghamshire County Council, focusing on the provision of alternative education placements for children and young people. Classified under education and training services, the procurement is currently in the planning stage, with details published on 14th May 2025 under a pipeline notice. It targets regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others. The procurement method involves a framework agreement, with a planned contract period from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2031. A future notice is expected on 12th January 2026, indicating key milestones for interested parties.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in education services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. With a substantial contract period, this procurement process can facilitate long-term business growth for organisations adept in delivering specialized education and training solutions. Companies with experience in managing educational placements and training programmes across multiple UK regions will be well-positioned to compete for this opportunity, enabling them to expand their reach and enhance their portfolios.

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Notice Title

Alternative (Education) Provision

Notice Description

Commissioned placements of children and young people with Alternative education

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051347
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021330-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
prpc@nottscc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 7QP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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