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

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

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Award

01 Oct 2025 at 13:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

15 Aug 2025 at 11:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon has successfully awarded a contract for the provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The contract aims to supply an ESOL Project Worker to collaborate with the Hillingdon Employment Project Co-ordinator, focusing on integrating employment and health support for economically inactive individuals. The procurement, under the 'services' category, was conducted as an open competition below the threshold. The contract commenced on 16th September 2025 and extends through to 31st March 2026, with the potential for extension until March 2027. Located in the UKI74 region, the initiative aligns with the Get Britain Working agenda, promoting employment opportunities and development within the community.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vocational training services. With an emphasis on addressing employment barriers and enhancing skills, it is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or service providers with a focus on educational support and community integration programmes. Businesses that excel in collaborative projects and have experience in working with public authorities would be particularly well-positioned to benefit from and contribute to this initiative. Furthermore, the contract's focus supports sustainable business growth through active participation in the UK's employment and skills 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 - (UKSPF Shared Prosperity Fund)

Notice Description

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0588df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061370-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55,200 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,580 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 2QU
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TICKETS TO TRAIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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