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Suffolk Adult Learning Service Adult Skills Fund

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

10 Jun 2026 at 11:02

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 08:25

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process related to the "Suffolk Adult Learning Service Adult Skills Fund" is being orchestrated by Suffolk County Council, based in Ipswich, United Kingdom. It pertains to the services category within the education and training sector, specifically identified under CPV code 80000000. The process is currently in the planning stage, with relevant documentation published on 23rd May 2025. This tender is anticipated to start on 1st August 2026 and run until 31st July 2028, with the possibility of extension up to 31st July 2030. A future notice is expected to be issued by the 1st October 2025, making this procurement especially pertinent for those interested in light-touch regime opportunities.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses, particularly those classified as SME or VCSE, aiming to establish or expand their involvement in educational service delivery within the UK. With a gross contract value estimated at £13.44 million, it offers a substantial platform for service providers who specialise in adult learning and skills development. The contract's long-term nature, with renewal possibilities, provides an excellent prospect for sustained business growth and visibility in the public sector. Companies with expertise in delivering comprehensive, flexible education programmes will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their capabilities. Suffolk County Council, as the contracting authority, presents an esteemed partner for collaboration in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Suffolk Adult Learning Service Adult Skills Fund

Notice Description

Contract for the provision of the Suffolk Adult Learning Service Adult Skills Fund.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052003
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054682-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£11,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Withdrawn
Lots Status
Withdrawn
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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