Tender

Darpariaeth Gwasanaethau Tiwtor MTCBC ar gyfer disgyblion sy'n cael eu haddysgu y tu allan i'r ysgol (EOTAS) MTCBC Provision of Tuition Services for pupils educated other than at school (EOTAS)

MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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TenderUpdate

12 May 2026 at 10:19

Tender

08 May 2026 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is currently in the Tender stage, seeking submissions for the Provision of Tuition Services for pupils educated other than at school (EOTAS). This procurement, being managed from their Civic Centre in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom, falls under the category of special education services. The selected contractor is expected to deliver services primarily in Local Authority premises, with the possibility of using other suitable venues as indicated by the authority. The procurement uses an open procedure, compliant with relevant Welsh Government legislation. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 12th June 2026 and the award decision due by 3rd July 2026, with the contract period expected to start on 1st September 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) capable of delivering tailored educational services. The estimated contract value is £1,200,000, offering a substantial financial incentive for firms that can provide high-quality, personalised tuition services. The requirement for a person-centred approach in educating pupils underscores the need for expertise in handling varied educational and behavioural needs, making it suited for businesses specialised in special education or those with a strong background in educational consultancy. The potential for up to a 24-month extension further enhances the attractiveness of this contract for committed service providers.

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Notice Title

Darpariaeth Gwasanaethau Tiwtor MTCBC ar gyfer disgyblion sy'n cael eu haddysgu y tu allan i'r ysgol (EOTAS) MTCBC Provision of Tuition Services for pupils educated other than at school (EOTAS)

Notice Description

Mae Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Merthyr Tudful yn ceisio tendrau ar gyfer Darpariaeth Gwasanaethau Tiwtor ar gyfer disgyblion sy'n cael eu haddysgu y tu allan i'r ysgol (EOTAS). Mae'r Gwasanaeth Tiwtor yn darparu darpariaeth amgen ar gyfer disgyblion nad ydynt yn gallu cael mynediad at addysg brif ffrwd oherwydd ystyriaethau meddygol, lles neu ymddygiadol sy'n gwneud amgylchedd ysgol yn anaddas. Bydd gofyn i'r contractwr fod wedi'i leoli ac i gyflwyno'r rhan fwyaf o'r tiwtora (un i un ac mewn grwpiau bach) mewn safle Awdurdod Lleol fel y nodir yn y ddogfen dendro. Gellir defnyddio lleoliadau eraill fel sy'n briodol, a bydd yr Awdurdod Lleol yn nodi'r rhain. Bydd gofyn i'r contractwr ddarparu dull sy'n canolbwyntio ar y person wrth addysgu disgyblion ar diwtora, yn unol a deddfwriaeth berthnasol Llywodraeth Cymru a dogfennau polisi'r Awdurdod Lleol. Daw ceisiadau am diwtora o atgyfeiriadau ysgolion. Yna mae Panel Tiwtor yr Awdurdod Lleol yn defnyddio meini prawf atgyfeirio i bennu lleoliad. Mae disgyblion yn cael eu cofrestru'n ddeuol ac felly'n aros ar gofrestr yr ysgol. Cedwir cysylltiadau cryf a'r ysgolion, gyda adolygiadau rheolaidd i sicrhau bod disgyblion yn cael y cyfle i ailintegreiddio i ysgolion prif ffrwd pan fyddant yn gallu. Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is seeking tenders for the Provision of Tuition Services for pupils educated other than at school (EOTAS). The Tuition Service provides alternative provision for pupils unable to access mainstream education due to medical, wellbeing or behavioural considerations that make a school environment unsuitable. The contractor will be required to be based and deliver the majority of the tuition (one to one and small groups) at a Local Authority premises as stated in the tender documentation. Other venues as appropriate may be used and these will be identified by the Local Authority. The contractor will be required to provide a person-centred approach to educating pupils on tuition, in line with relevant Welsh Government legislation and Local Authority policy documents. Requests for tuition come from school referrals. The Local Authority Tuition Panel then uses referral criteria to determine placement. Pupils are dual registered and therefore remain on school roll. Strong links with the schools are maintained, with regularly reviews to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to reintegrate into mainstream schools when able.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Hyd at 24 mis o estyniad yn amodol ar berfformiad ac yn ddarostyngedig i gytundeb y ddwy ochr. up to 24 months extension subject to performance and by mutual agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0694e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043365-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80340000 - Special education 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
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MERTHYR TYDFIL
Postcode
CF47 8AN
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Merthyr Tydfil
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare

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