Planning

CCS061 Alternative Education Provision Framework

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

16 Oct 2025 at 09:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

14 Oct 2025 at 16:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

15 Aug 2025 at 13:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of an Alternative Education Provision Framework (CCS061), focusing on providing education services to children and young people unable to attend mainstream schools. This initiative falls under the education and training services industry category and aims to ensure high-quality, inclusive education. The procurement process includes a planned Provider Engagement Event on 4th November 2025 via Microsoft Teams, inviting providers to participate in shaping the framework. The contract, scheduled to commence on 1st September 2026 and end on 31st August 2034, will serve areas within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKF1 region, and is part of the Council’s legal duties to provide education under the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for service providers in the education sector, particularly those specialising in alternative education methods. SMEs and VCSEs are suitably encouraged to participate, given their ability to offer personalised, flexible education solutions tailored to the diverse needs of learners who are outside the conventional education system due to various circumstances. Providers can benefit from engaging in this long-term framework agreement, potentially expanding their service scope within the public sector and contributing to the integration of vulnerable students into successful education or employment pathways. The framework supports the delivery of education in various settings, thereby accommodating innovative approaches and diverse provider participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CCS061 Alternative Education Provision Framework

Notice Description

The Council is procuring Alternative Provision (AP) and Education Otherwise Than In School and College (EOTISC) services to meet its statutory duties under the legislation relating to the delivery of education. The service will ensure access to suitable, full-time education for children and young people who are unable to attend mainstream school or college for reasons associated with illness, exclusion, medical needs, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or other exceptional circumstances. Provision will deliver continuity of learning through personalised, flexible education that meets individual needs, promotes re-engagement and readiness for learning, and supports positive outcomes, including successful reintegration or transition into suitable education, training, or employment pathways. Services may be delivered through a range of settings, including local authority and maintained provisions, mainstream schools and colleges, independent and specialist providers, community or work-based environments, or online learning where appropriate. This procurement supports the Council's responsibility to secure high-quality, inclusive education for vulnerable pupils, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). All commissioned services must comply with statutory requirements and meet defined quality standards.

Planning Information

The Council is hosting a Provider Engagement Event via Microsoft Teams on 04 November 2025, from 11:00 to 12:30, to support the upcoming procurement of Alternative Provision (AP) services. The event will provide an overview of the proposed scope and give providers an opportunity to ask questions and express interest. Registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/094f9dec-70a3-487b-849e-cef5761aa86b@429a8eb3-3210-4e1a-aaa2-6ccde0ddabc5 Providers interested in attending should register using the link above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058911
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065828-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
countyprocurementcompliance.team@derbyshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Further Information

Notice Documents

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