Tender

Tackling Antisemitism in Education Grant Innovation Fund

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education, located at Sanctuary Buildings in London, has initiated a tender process for the "Tackling Antisemitism in Education Grant Innovation Fund". This service-oriented procurement falls under the industry category of training services and utilises an open procedure approach. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 9th March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 2nd March 2026. The overall project value is set at £1 million for the 2026–2027 financial year, with potential investment of up to £3 million in 2027–2028. The project is part of a larger £7 million commitment by the government. Applications are expected to be submitted via the Jaggaer system.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for a range of organisations, particularly those with expertise in education, media literacy, and community engagement. Businesses that provide innovative educational tools and services aimed at promoting critical thinking and informed debate are well-positioned to benefit from this fund. Smaller community-led groups, consortia, and organisations with solid pedagogical experience are especially encouraged to apply. Such involvement not only offers financial rewards but also opens pathways for long-term strategic partnerships with the Department for Education.

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Notice Title

Tackling Antisemitism in Education Grant Innovation Fund

Notice Description

The Department for Education is pleased to announce the launch of the Tackling Antisemitism in Education Innovation Fund, a new initiative designed to support innovative tools, resources and mechanisms that address modern forms of antisemitism, including online hate, misinformation and the impact of polarising global events. Backed by PS1 million in 2026-27, with the potential for up to PS3 million of further investment in 2027-28, the Fund forms part of a wider PS7 million government commitment to tackling antisemitism across all areas of education. The Innovation Fund will invite applications for projects that will support learners to develop critical thinking, media literacy, and the skills needed for informed, tolerant debate. The Department welcomes applications from a wide range of organisations, including smaller groups, community-led organisations, and consortia with strong pedagogical or community expertise. All applications must be made through the Jaeggar system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007064-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contact.schoolscommercial@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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