Planning

Tuition Services

THURROCK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

06 Jan 2026 at 11:32

PlanningUpdate

06 Jan 2026 at 11:27

Planning

27 Jun 2025 at 07:11

Planning

23 May 2025 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council is in the planning stages of a procurement process to secure tuition services in Thurrock under the title "Tuition Services." The tender is designed to cover a range of educational and training services, particularly focusing on youth education. These services are critical for children not currently placed in schools or those requiring special educational needs support. The tender, identified as PS/2025/076, is valued at £12,960,000 and falls under the services category, utilising a "lightTouch" procurement regime. The procurement process includes a framework agreement accessible to SMEs and VCSEs, and a contract is planned to commence on 1st September 2026, with a potential extension up to August 2032. A future notice for further engagement is expected on 1st April 2026, and the procurement strategy will be further developed as the process unfolds.

For businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with a focus on special education, youth programmes, or e-learning, Thurrock Council's upcoming tender presents a substantial opportunity. With the demand for tuition services rising due to a significant number of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), this tender is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs ready to expand their service offerings and improve educational outcomes for vulnerable groups. Additionally, the emphasis on diversity and scalability in service delivery suggests that businesses adaptable to both in-person and virtual learning environments will find ample opportunities for growth. Engaging with this process can help businesses not only increase their market presence but also contribute positively to the community by enhancing the educational framework for children in need.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Tuition Services

Notice Description

The provision of tuition services in Thurrock. This is a Pipeline Notice. This notice does not constitute a call for pre-market engagement or competition, it is to inform the market of a future potential opportunity. Please do not respond to this notice. The details included in this notice remains subject to change as the council further develops the procurement strategy.

Planning Information

Interested parties should complete the questionnaire on In-tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/ProjectManage/1623

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052447
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000592-2026
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

80310000 - Youth education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@thurrock.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
TLH32 Thurrock

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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