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Flexible Alternative Provision Framework

North East Lincolnshire Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Jul 2026 at 13:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

19 May 2026 at 16:50

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

12 Dec 2025 at 14:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

North East Lincolnshire Borough Council is actively conducting an open tender process for the "Flexible Alternative Provision Framework" aimed at providing high-quality education and training services for children and young people requiring time-limited education outside traditional school settings. The framework is divided into five lots, including Engagement Pathways, Targeted Learning and Progression, Digital Schooling Provision, Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation, and Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 7th August 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure under the light-touch regime, with opportunities available for all qualifying providers to apply throughout the framework's lifespan, which extends up to 2034.

This open framework presents significant opportunities for a broad range of businesses, particularly those specialising in education and alternative learning services. Companies eligible to compete include those with expertise in engagement pathways for children with social, emotional, and mental health needs, providers of digital and vocational training services, and those registered with Ofsted for independent provision. The framework encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, encouraging competition and enabling service providers to engage in successive framework iterations, promoting long-term business growth and stability in the alternative education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Flexible Alternative Provision Framework

Notice Description

North East Lincolnshire Council (the Authority) is establishing a Flexible Alternative Provision Framework to ensure that children and young people who require time-limited education outside of school can access high-quality, safe, and purposeful alternative educational provision. This is an Open Framework, and the Authority is inviting tenders for the first framework in the scheme. The Invitation to Tender is structured into five (5) Lots. Lot 1 - Engagement Pathways Lot 2 - Targeted Learning and Progression Lot 3 - Digital Schooling Provision Lot 4 - Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation Lot 5 - Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision

Lot Information

Engagement Pathways

Lot 1 shall provide tailored, project-based re-engagement pathways for children and young people who present with SEMH needs. Provision should foster renewed engagement in learning, build confidence and self-belief, and support progression towards reintegration into an education, training, or appropriate next-step setting.

Renewal: The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Targeted Learning and Progression

Lot 2 shall provide personalised tutoring for children and young people across all key stages, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Renewal: The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Digital Schooling Provision

Lot 3 shall provide structured, high quality online education for children and young people across all key stages who are unable to attend physical education settings.

Renewal: The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation

Lot 4 shall equip children and young people with practical, vocational, and life skills that support independence, employability, and preparation for adulthood

Renewal: The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision

Lot 5 shall provide regulated alternative provision for children and young people in Key Stages 1-4 who require education outside of mainstream settings. Provision must be delivered by Ofsted registered independent providers.

Renewal: The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=100634&TID=105882&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f4f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062793-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 6-12 months
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
North East Lincolnshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Postcode Area
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
West Marsh
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Further Information

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