Tender

Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

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22 Jul 2025 at 13:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a service provider for the "Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme." This initiative, classified under vocational training services, is designed to aid economically inactive individuals in overcoming language barriers to employment. The current procurement stage is the tender phase, with the deadline for submissions set for 4th August 2025. Located in Uxbridge, UK, the contract period spans from 22nd August 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender, part of the People and Skills investment priority under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, maintains a focus on reducing obstacles to employment and improving local workforce capabilities.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) well-suited to contribute to local economic growth by delivering essential language training services. The open competitive tender invites businesses capable of providing comprehensive ESOL support, especially those experienced in collaborating with employment projects and leveraging stakeholder networks. With a total contract value of £46,000, businesses that excel in both quality and cost-effectiveness, as stipulated by the award criteria, will find this tender particularly attractive. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to integrate employment and health support for those with language needs, offering growth potential for organisations contributing to workforce development efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Notice Description

The London Borough of Hillingdon (LBH) seeks to appoint a Service Provider to supply an ESOL Project Worker. This worker will collaborate closely with the Hillingdon Employment Project Co-ordinator, who is employed by LBH and responsible for managing the ESOL project, overseeing monitoring and reporting, and building a stakeholder network across training, employment, and the voluntary sector. Background and Context * The project aligns with the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Get Britain Working agenda, which aims to integrate employment and health support for economically inactive individuals, particularly those facing health-related barriers. * The UKSPF has been extended to March 31, 2026, allowing local authorities to deliver flexible, locally tailored programmes. * This initiative falls under the People and Skills investment priority, focusing on reducing employment barriers and enhancing skills for local growth. Project Objective The ESOL Project Worker will deliver intensive English language support to economically inactive individuals who face language barriers that hinder their employment prospects. The role includes working in tandem with the main UKSPF delivery partner to provide wrap-around support and help participants move closer to or into employment. The estimated contract value- PS46,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0563db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042027-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£46,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£46,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hillingdon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
Post Town
Southall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Further Information

Notice Documents

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