Tender

English for speakers of other Languages (ESOL)

SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

31 Jul 2025 at 15:23

Tender

20 Jun 2025 at 08:56

Summary of the contracting process

South Tyneside Borough Council is overseeing a procurement process for the provision of "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)" services. The procurement falls under the public authority - sub-central government category, focusing on education and training services. Located in South Shields, UK, the tender initially had a closing date for submissions on 11th July 2025, following an enquiry period that ended on 7th July 2025. The procurement, which used an open competition method below the threshold, initially aimed for the contract period to commence on 1st October 2025 and potentially extend till 30th September 2027. However, the tender was eventually cancelled due to the failure of proposals meeting the required quality criteria.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in educational services, particularly those with experience in teaching English as a second language. Companies adept at developing tailored learning pathways that address the individual needs of learners, such as asylum seekers and refugees, would find this tender aligns well with their expertise. The procurement highlights the importance of understanding community dynamics and fostering relationships, making it ideal for SMEs and VCSEs with a nuanced grasp of community engagement and support for diverse groups. Despite the cancellation, such tenders underscore the potential for future business growth within education sectors aiming at inclusivity and community integration.

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Notice Title

English for speakers of other Languages (ESOL)

Notice Description

To provide face to face education to enable learners to develop their English language skills in all aspects (reading Writing speaking and listening) to a level where they can confidently participate in everyday life. This will include participation in education, and employment within their community by providing accessible and tailored learning pathways that cater for individual needs and goals, while addressing potential barriers to participation. The service will help develop sustainable relationships between service users and members of the wider community by increasing access to, and participation in local English-speaking networks, activities and voluntary organisations, thus fostering a sense of belonging. Deliver ESOL provision to 20 individual learners from across South Tyneside resettlement programmes that include Asylum seekers, refugees, ARAP and Homes for Ukraine and to be delivered in the South Tyneside area.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055099
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044904-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategic.procurement@southtyneside.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
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
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Further Information

Notice Documents

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