Tender

MX94EES112025 - English Language Fluency Initiative MEL partner

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 10:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "MX94EES112025 - English Language Fluency Initiative MEL partner," sourcing services related to research in the education sector. This initiative is a priority for the Chief Minister of Punjab, focusing on enhancing English language fluency across schools in Punjab's 40 districts. The tender process is open and includes a detailed submission procedure due by 2nd December 2025. The contract is expected to commence by 15th December 2025 and run until 14th December 2027, with a potential extension based on performance. The project location is based in London, but its impact stretches to schools in Punjab, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is below-threshold open competition, adhering to the UKPGA 2023/54 legal framework.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in educational research services or those with a strong track record in programme evaluation and language initiatives. Companies capable of delivering high-quality service and innovative methodologies will find this project aligns well with their competencies. With a total contract value of £30,000, responsive bidders can gain a foothold in educational services while contributing to a significant governmental priority. The open procurement method means that businesses across different regions have a fair chance of competing for this significant contract, assuming they can effectively demonstrate experience, quality, and competitive pricing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MX94EES112025 - English Language Fluency Initiative MEL partner

Notice Description

This project is part of the Chief Minister Punjab's priority, with English fluency identified as a key focus area. The pilot will begin with 12 schools per district across all 40 districts of Punjab (6G, 6B), with the longer-term vision of government-led scale-up. For details please refer to clause no 7 - specification of RFP documents

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Duration of the project is 24 Months with an option for extension for another 6 months based on performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e30f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074657-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2027 1-2 years
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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Moiz Khalid
Contact Email
moiz.khalid@britishcouncil.org.pk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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