Tender

York College - ITT to create Framework Agreement for Provision of Temporary Staff

YORK COLLEGE

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05 Dec 2025 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

York College is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Temporary Staff through an open procedure. The procurement process, titled "ITT to create Framework Agreement for Provision of Temporary Staff," falls within the services category and is divided into two lots: Teaching and Learning Staff, and Professional Services Staff. Located in York, UK, this tender is currently active with a submission deadline on 9th January 2026, and the enquiry period closing on 6th January 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 20th April 2026 and will last until 19th April 2029, with the potential for a maximum of two 12-month extensions. The legal basis for this procurement is documented under UKPGA 2023/54. The total value of the contract is estimated at £1,440,000 GBP. Interested suppliers can submit their tenders electronically, ensuring they adhere to the requirements set out in the tender documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in temporary staffing services, particularly those that cater to educational institutions and professional roles. With lots focusing on both teaching and administrative capacities, companies with expertise in recruiting educational professionals or offering comprehensive support services will find this tender an excellent match. The open procedure and notice of suitability for SMEs and VCSEs indicate that smaller enterprises should consider competing, as York College is open to diverse suppliers. By tapping into this procurement opportunity, businesses can expand their footprint in the education sector and build long-term relationships with a prominent institution, leveraging the substantial contract value and potential renewal periods to drive business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

York College - ITT to create Framework Agreement for Provision of Temporary Staff

Notice Description

York College - ITT to create Framework Agreement for Provision of Temporary Staff Consisting of two Lots: 1-Teaching and LEarning Staff, 2-Admin & Support (Professional) Staff

Lot Information

Teaching and Learning Staff

Lot 1 Roles: Including, but not limited to, HE, A Level and Vocational Lecturers, Progress Coaches, Additional Learning Support staff, Technicians, Learning Assistants, Apprenticeship Reviewers, and Assessors and verifiers, etc.

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Professional Services Staff

Lot 2 Roles: Including, but not limited to, administrators, personal assistants, receptionists, and other professional roles (e.g., marketing, finance, HR, etc.).

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05efe9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080238-2025
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

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
5 Dec 20252 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2029 3-4 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
YORK COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
zburns@yorkcollege.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01904 770487

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO23 2BB
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Dringhouses & Woodthorpe
Westminster Constituency
York Outer

Further Information

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