Tender

EOTAS Framework

WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 09:32

Summary of the contracting process

Wrexham County Borough Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process, seeking service providers for the "EOTAS Framework". This initiative is focused on providing educational services to children and young people unable to attend school, tailored to meet varying needs. The services will offer a flexible, high-quality tuition system, including pastoral support and a range of curricula suitable for learners in Wales. Operating under the Welsh devolved regulations, the contract invites applications until 30th October 2025, with a potential award date set for 2nd December 2025. The project operates in the UKL23 region, and the primary procurement method being used is an open procedure, indicative of a broad and inclusive selection process.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the education sector, particularly those skilled in providing tuition and support to pupils with diverse and additional learning needs. The open framework nature of the contract permits educational establishments, especially SMEs and VCSOs, to leverage their expertise in subject-specific education, pastoral care, and accessible learning environments, thereby expanding their business presence within Wales. The potential for contract extensions may further enhance opportunities for sustained engagement and financial growth within the scope of this procurement initiative.

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Notice Title

EOTAS Framework

Notice Description

WCBC seeks to support children and young people who are unable to attend school for a variety of reasons by offering education other than at school. WCBC seeks to appoint providers to deliver through a flexible, high-quality tuition service designed to support learners across a range of ages taking into account following: * Clear and fair pricing structure * Pastoral Support including trauma informed practice * A range of subjects compatible to ability and aptitude * Range of qualifications for learners in Wales * Venue options online or within the local area * Assessment and progress monitoring * Tracking and reporting to the LA regularly * Exam arrangements including exam centres where possible The children and young people may present with a range of needs, including Additional Learning Needs, trauma, behaviour and medical.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Throughout the duration of the Framework WCBC may have additional requirements dependant on the needs of Learners Please note that there is no guarantee of additional work being made available throughout the term of this Contract.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further two years in annual increments

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a592
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061188-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

80100000 - Primary education services

80200000 - Secondary education services

80300000 - Higher education services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2029-09-16

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@wrexham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WREXHAM
Postcode
LL11 1AR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

Local Authority
Wrexham
Electoral Ward
Grosvenor
Westminster Constituency
Wrexham

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