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02 Apr 2026 at 11:42

Summary of the contracting process

The King's Trust, based in London, is seeking suppliers for its "King's Trust Get Started - Northern Ireland 26/27" project, which focuses on delivering engagement courses for young people aged 16 to 30 in various themes. This procurement falls under the education and training services industry category and is specifically targeting the vocational secondary education services subcategory. This tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 27th April 2026. The project will operate across the UK, providing a substantial opportunity for suppliers interested in open, below-threshold competition. The contract period is set to begin on 4th May 2026 and end on 31st March 2027, with potential extensions up to March 2028.

This tender offers considerable growth opportunities for organisations specialising in educational and vocational training services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as there is a clear focus on engagement and specialised support for young people. Businesses that excel in delivering youth engagement and empowerment programmes, particularly those related to vocational skill development like 'Get Started with Brows and Lashes' and 'Get Started with Football', will find this tender a strong match aligned with their capabilities. Moreover, the tender advocates a balance of 70% quality and 30% cost in its award criteria, appealing to firms that can deliver high-quality services while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

King's Trust Get Started - Northern Ireland 26/27

Notice Description

Seeking suppliers to support delivery of Get Started engagement courses for young people aged 16 - 30 in specific themes.

Lot Information

Get Started with Brows and Lashes

Engagement courses for young people around the theme of Brows and Lashes. Further detail of specific requirements found in the Tender Specification.

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)

Get Started with Football

Engagement courses for young people around the theme of Football. Further detail of specific requirements found in the Tender Specification.

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (1 x 12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ba0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030791-2026
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

80000000 - Education and training services

80212000 - Vocational secondary education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£23,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
£23,400 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The King's Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8EG
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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