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Framework Agreement for the provision of Tuition Services

Royal Borough of Greenwich

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 08:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

30 Jun 2025 at 14:36

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is currently in the tender stage for a framework agreement aimed at the provision of Tuition Services in London. This procurement process is focused on delivering education and training services to support vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities. The current tender involves different lots tailored to varying needs, ranging from Universal Tuition to Complex and Medical Tuition. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12 January 2026, with the framework's award expected by 3 March 2026. The procurement method follows a competitive flexible procedure, encompassing stages for evaluation based on quality and price. This initiative is covered by GPA regulations and targets service delivery to the UKI51 region, potentially involving other local authorities and academy trusts.

This tender opens numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those experienced in providing bespoke tuition solutions for complex needs. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this framework particularly advantageous due to the emphasis on flexible, high-quality educational provisions. Businesses with expertise in SEND, SEMH, and innovative teaching methods are well-suited to participate. Additionally, this framework supports business growth through potential extensions and allows new providers entry after initial terms, fostering collaboration and competition in delivering critical educational services. Successful entry may serve as a gateway for expanding service offerings and strengthening partnerships within the public education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of Tuition Services

Notice Description

Royal Greenwich Council would like to hear from service providers who are interested and capable of delivering excellent, high quality and outcome focussed tuition services to support and raise attainment, attendance, aspiration and engagement of vulnerable children and young people of statutory school age in education and for young people up to the age of 25 who have an Education, Health and Care Plan. To also work towards successful transition to education, employment or training post-16 at the end of Key Stage 4. The objectives of the services are to provide a flexible response to either compliment, or provide an alternative to the teaching and learning available within mainstream and specialist provision or for children not engaged in education.

Lot Information

Lot 1 Universal Tuition

Lot 1 Universal Tuition is designed for Children and young people with no or low additional needs who are experiencing academic underachievement and require curriculum catch-up, reintegration support, or temporary education. Universal Tuition is educational provision for pupils who do not have Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) as defined by the SEND Code of Practice 2015, and who are accessing tuition for reasons other than special educational or medical needs.

Renewal: The Authority is intending to establish an open framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 for the provision of Alternative Provision, Education Outreach and Inclusion Services. The Authority is required to re-open the Framework within the first three years of the term, to enable new providers to be admitted to it for the remainder of its term, which may be extended for any period/s up to a maximum of two further two years, making a maximum framework term of 5 years.

Lot 2 Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Lot 2 Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Tuition is designed for Children and young people with identified additional needs, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, Autism Spectrum Conditions, Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Attention and Executive Functioning Difficulties. Pupils may present with long-term disengagement, avoiding school environments, high-risk or extremely challenging behaviours such as physical aggression or offending behaviour, and require specialist adaptations, resources, and equipment.

Renewal: The Authority is intending to establish an open framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 for the provision of Alternative Provision, Education Outreach and Inclusion Services. The Authority is required to re-open the Framework within the first three years of the term, to enable new providers to be admitted to it for the remainder of its term, which may be extended for any period/s up to a maximum of two further two years, making a maximum framework term of 5 years.

Lot 3: Complex and Medical Tuition

Lot 3 Complex and Medical Needs Tuition is highly specialist educational provision for Pupils with significant medical, mental health, or multi-faceted needs that substantially impact their ability to engage in learning and require coordinated medical, therapeutic, and educational support during tuition delivery. Pupils may also be medically unfit for school attendance due to chronic conditions, injury, terminal illness, or inpatient care, and may require palliative care or hospital/home-based treatment.

Renewal: The Authority is intending to establish an open framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 for the provision of Alternative Provision, Education Outreach and Inclusion Services. The Authority is required to re-open the Framework within the first three years of the term, to enable new providers to be admitted to it for the remainder of its term, which may be extended for any period/s up to a maximum of two further two years, making a maximum framework term of 5 years.

Planning Information

Soft market testing The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking to engage with providers of Tuition Services as part of a soft market testing exercise to inform the future commissioning of these services. This opportunity is aimed at gathering feedback from providers who deliver high-quality, tailored tuition support for children and young people who require additional educational support outside of mainstream school settings. This includes 1:1 or small group tuition, online, in-person and hybrid, in core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, or other areas of the National Curriculum. We are particularly interested in understanding the range of services available, the potential costs, delivery models, and innovative approaches that providers can offer to meet the educational needs of pupils. The aim of this exercise is to ensure that any future procurement reflects the market's capacity and best practices. We are requesting feedback from experienced providers from the following key service area: a. SEND and SEMH specialisms b. National Curriculum tuition c. Online and in-person delivery options d. Innovative approaches to engaging pupils e. Flexible timetables and personalised learning plans f. Pricing models and fee structures To complete the survey please access it here https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/xb7rFUK7RU. Please provide your completed responses by Thursday 24th July 2025. Market engagement event In addition, the Royal Borough of Greenwich will be holding a market engagement event on Monday 28th July 2025 @ 10:30am - 11:30am. This event will be held on Microsoft Teams. To register your attendance, please complete the registration form https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/8azydMhpSu by Thursday 24th July 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055603
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076691-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
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
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Royal Borough of Greenwich
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE18 6HQ
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Woolwich Arsenal
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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