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Provision of Homes for Ukraine English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 2026-29

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

25 Feb 2026 at 13:55

Tender

12 Nov 2025 at 15:53

PlanningUpdate

07 Jul 2025 at 14:28

Planning

07 Jul 2025 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

Nottinghamshire County Council is leading the procurement process for the "Provision of Homes for Ukraine English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 2026-29" programme. This initiative focuses on furnishing adult ESOL services to aid Ukrainian guests in enhancing their English proficiency and facilitating their integration into the community. The Council aims to appoint a provider under the Homes for Ukraine (HFU) and Ukrainian Permission Extension (UPE) schemes, with funding via HFU tariff provisions. The procurement method chosen is an open competition below the threshold, suggesting a more inclusive bid process. The contract for this service is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and will span over three years, with possibilities for two twelve-month extensions, covering regions UKF15 and UKF16 within the United Kingdom. The procurement has successfully moved through key phases, from planning to award, with the Afghanistan & Central Asian Association as the selected supplier.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in adult education services and language courses, particularly those experienced in ESOL provision. Organisations with expertise in community integration support and language skills enhancement are positioned well for these services. The contract encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, making it a suitable opportunity for diverse entities aiming to expand their offerings within public service domains. With an expected contract value of £478,020, this procurement aligns with strategies to bolster community-focused educational services, providing pathways for business expansion and recognition as service leaders in the adult education sector. Businesses focused on quality service delivery are likely to thrive through this initiative.

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Notice Title

Provision of Homes for Ukraine English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 2026-29

Notice Description

Nottinghamshire County Council (the Council) is commissioning adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) provision for Ukrainian guests under the Homes for Ukraine (HFU) and Ukrainian Permission Extension (UPE) schemes. The Council is seeking a provider to deliver ESOL services to support Ukrainian guests in improving their English language skills and supporting their integration into the community. The service will be funded through HFU tariff funding and managed by the Council's HFU team. The service will deliver adult ESOL provision for Ukrainian guests aged 18+ under the HFU and UPE schemes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: It is envisaged that the contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and will last for an initial period of three years. There will be the option for two twelve-month extensions.

Planning Information

The Council is undertaking a soft market testing exercise (see link) and is asking organisations to submit comments & ideas to support and shape the development of the ESOL Education offer to Ukrainian guests on Ukraine visa schemes. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=3766428d-3b5b-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21 We have included some questions that should be completed on the response form and returned to us via the Portal by 12 noon on Thursday, 31st July 2025. The information and insight we obtain from this will then support the development of a tendering exercise later in the year. Neither the intentions nor the purpose of this soft market testing exercise is to confer any advantage upon its participants in any future procurement process. This document and associated information are not a call for tenders and tender responses but may support in the development of any future tender information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055a5b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016911-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80580000 - Provision of language courses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£478,020 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 7QP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire, TLF16 South Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AFGHANISTAN & CENTRAL ASIAN ASSOCIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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