Framework for Alternative Provision

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Westmorland and Furness Council has announced a planned procurement for a "Framework for Alternative Provision." This initiative is focused on education and training services, targeted specifically at providing alternative education options for children who might not otherwise receive suitable education due to exclusion, illness, or behavioural issues. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an open procedure anticipated. The project is based in the United Kingdom, and Westmorland and Furness Council, classified as a sub-central government public authority, is the buying organisation. The project is expected to span from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028, with a potential extension up to 2030, and further notices related to this procurement will be communicated by 22nd July 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services to engage with a long-term government contract. The procurement method being an open procedure encourages participation from a broad range of suppliers, particularly those with expertise in providing tailored educational solutions. Businesses that can offer innovative approaches to alternative education and demonstrate capability in managing framework agreements would be highly suited to compete for this contract. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this lot, opening up opportunities for smaller businesses to expand their footprint in the public sector. This framework agreement is likely to provide not only a stable revenue stream but also the potential for establishing a lasting relationship with a public authority.

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Framework for Alternative Provision

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st July 2025 13:14:25 PM
Contract Summary

Alternative provision, as defined by the Department for Education, is education arranged by local authorities for children of compulsory school age, who, because of exclusion, illness or other reasons, would not otherwise receive suitable education; alternative provision can also be used by schools for children on a suspension; and for children being directed by schools to off-site provision to receive education intended to improve their behaviour.
Contract Details

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ocds-h6vhtk-0556cd

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
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Awarding Authority

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

Procurement.Mailbox.WAF@Cumbria.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

South Lakeland House

Kendal

LA9 4DQ

United Kingdom

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Framework for Alternative Provision

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