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DN Colleges Group - RFQ for Learner Finder Service

DN COLLEGES GROUP

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17 Mar 2026 at 16:48

Summary of the contracting process

DN Colleges Group is initiating an active procurement process titled "RFQ for Learner Finder Service," specifically within the adult education services industry category. Located in Doncaster, United Kingdom, the procurement is managed under an open competitive method below threshold, with a focus on services. Potential bidders must submit their quotes by 7th April 2026 at 13:00 BST, while the enquiry period closes on 31st March 2026 at 13:00 BST. The procurement is set to support the college’s Adult Skills Budget management, aiming to fulfil learning delivery targets for the current period. The contract is expected to commence on 20th April 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2026.

This tender offers ample opportunity for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, given its focus on adult education services that could harness innovative approaches to learning strategies. Companies with expertise in education services are well-suited to participate, as the award criteria weigh 60% on quality, providing an edge for businesses delivering exceptional service. Participating businesses can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio within the public sector and enhance their reputations by collaborating with a reputable public undertaking like DN Colleges Group.

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Notice Title

DN Colleges Group - RFQ for Learner Finder Service

Notice Description

As part of the on-going management of the Group's allocated Adult Skills Budget, the College have a requirement for services to support the learning delivery targets for the current period through a request for quote exercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066cb8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024272-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Apr 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 2RF
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

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