Tender

Functional Skills English & Mathematics (online delivery only)

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 12:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London has initiated a procurement process for the provision of online delivery of Functional Skills training in English and Mathematics. This tender, categorised under e-learning services, specifically targets disadvantaged London residents. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 19 March 2026. The training contract is scheduled to start on 31 March 2026 and conclude on 31 July 2026. The procurement is conducted through an open competition, below the threshold, ensuring fair opportunity for interested parties. Businesses can submit their proposals electronically via the designated submission portal.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses proficient in online educational services to expand their market presence within the public sector. Training organisations specialising in e-learning and possessing a robust capability to deliver quality educational content remotely are encouraged to apply. Given the focus on disadvantaged groups, businesses with experience in delivering social impact services could find particular resonance here. Moreover, the contract value of £120,000 Gross presents a considerable potential for revenue generation, and the open procurement method suggests a competitive yet approachable bidding process for businesses looking to leverage their expertise in online education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Functional Skills English & Mathematics (online delivery only)

Notice Description

The City Corporation is seeking to appoint one training organisation to provide online (to clarify - not classroom or blended delivery) functional skills training in English and mathematics qualifications ranging from entry level up to level 2 - to London residents who are predominantly disadvantaged and/or suffering deprivation arising from one or a combination of factors including, but not restricted to, poverty, health, housing or education. There may also a requirement to deliver functional skills in English and mathematics to a small number of apprentices employed by the City Corporation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022964-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 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
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CITY OF LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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