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Curriculum and Non-Curriculum Services

AVANTI SCHOOLS TRUST

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

17 Jun 2026 at 10:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 15:40

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

21 May 2026 at 09:43

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

20 May 2026 at 15:51

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

20 May 2026 at 15:48

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Avanti Schools Trust (AST), a public authority operating in the United Kingdom, has released an update for a procurement opportunity titled "Curriculum and Non-Curriculum Services." This contract, identified by ITT Reference: AST 2026-140, involves the establishment of a new Open Framework Agreement under the Procurement Act 2023. It covers a diverse range of services, including educational consulting, facilities management, IT support, and administrative services. The framework is designed to support AST’s network of schools as well as broader educational institutions across England. Interested suppliers can join this framework agreement, which has an open procurement method ensuring continued competition. The stages of this process have progressed to the tendering phase, with a submission deadline set for 15th July 2026 at 15:00 BST. The framework, starting on 9th September 2026, is set to last up to four years with possible extension up to eight years, under a contract valued at approximately £100,000,000.

This Open Framework Agreement offers substantial opportunities for educational consultants, IT service providers, facilities management companies, and consultancy firms by providing access to a significantly growing customer base within the educational sector. It supports small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to demonstrate expertise in areas such as curriculum development, IT consultancy, and facilities management. Participating businesses can leverage this framework to showcase innovation, quality of service, and social value contributions. The framework’s flexible nature also allows for direct awards and further competitions, providing suppliers with multiple avenues to secure contracts. This structure encourages participation, ensures fair competition, and emphasizes the importance of delivering high-quality outcomes and strong compliance in educational settings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Curriculum and Non-Curriculum Services

Notice Description

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY ADVERT Curriculum and Non-Curriculum Services Open Framework Agreement ITT Reference: AST 2026-140 Avanti Schools Trust ("AST") is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified, experienced and innovative providers to join a new Open Framework Agreement for the provision of curriculum and non-curriculum services across its family of schools and the wider education sector. This is a significant opportunity to partner with a forward-thinking multi-academy trust and gain access to a broad range of education and public sector clients through a compliant, flexible and accessible procurement framework. Scope of Services Suppliers are invited to apply for one or more of the following Lots: * Lot 1 Curriculum Services Provision of education-focused services such as curriculum development, school improvement support, CPD, training, enrichment programmes, assessment support, Spirituality and or faith development and specialist advisory services. * Lot 2 FM and Estates Services Delivery of facilities management services including maintenance, cleaning, grounds, compliance support and estates management. * Lot 3 IT Support and Related Services Provision of IT support, managed services, consultancy, infrastructure support, technical advice and project delivery. * Lot 4 General Administration and Consultancy Services Provision of financial, operational, purchasing, governance, project management and strategic consultancy services. Framework Overview The framework will operate as an Open Framework in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, allowing suppliers to be appointed at key intervals and ensuring continued competition and innovation. It will be available for use by: Avanti Schools Trust and its schools; Multi academy trusts and academies; Local authorities and maintained schools; Further and higher education institutions. There is no guarantee of work; however, suppliers appointed to the framework will have the opportunity to be awarded contracts through direct award or further competition. Key Benefits for Suppliers Access to a wide and growing customer base across the education sector. Opportunity to deliver services to both AST and external contracting authorities; Participation in a compliant, well-governed and professionally managed framework; Fair and transparent call-off processes; Ability to showcase innovation, quality and social value delivery. Our Expectations AST is seeking suppliers that can demonstrate: Quality service delivery and sector expertise; Strong safeguarding awareness and compliance; Commitment to value for money and continuous improvement Ability to deliver measurable outcomes and performance; Positive contributions to social value, sustainability and community impact. How to Participate Organisations wishing to register an interest in tendering should go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home to express their interest. You will also be able view and respond to the ITT at the same time, view other attached documents and send questions and queries via the messaging system within the website. All communications regarding this tender must be via this messaging system. ITT Reference number: AST 2026-140: Curriculum and Non- Curriculum Services If you need any assistance using the e-tendering website please call or email: support@in-tend.com or call Support Phone Number: +44 (0)114 407 0065. All communication and questions must be via the https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home website. All communication must be via the https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home website or via Mitul Patel or Syed Haujee at procurement@avanti.org.uk. The deadline for the ITT is 15th July 2026, 15.00 hours (3pm)

Lot Information

Curriculum Services

2) Schedule 2. Lot 1 - Curriculum Services a) This Schedule sets out the indicative scope of Lot 1. The precise Services will be defined in each Call-Off Order Form b) For the complete scope please refer to Document 5 'Service Specification' - Paragraph 1. c) Curriculum design, development and review services i) Subject-specific consultancy and improvement support ii) Teacher/leader professional development (CPD), coaching and training iii) Educational delivery support (e.g., tutoring, enrichment programmes) where permitted and specified iv) Assessment and examinations support, moderation and quality assurance v) Special educational needs and inclusion support services (advisory) vi) Educational audits, evaluations and reports vii) Any other educational services agreed within the call-off scope d) Exclusions (unless expressly permitted in a Call-Off Contract and compliant with applicable law): i) the direct employment or supply of agency workers, teachers or temporary staff under the supervision, direction or control of AST; ii) the provision of services which constitute staff augmentation or labour-only supply; iii) regulated activity without all required safeguarding and vetting checks; iv) services requiring statutory appointments unless expressly agreed and legally permissible. Services under Lot 1 must be outcome-based and delivered as a managed service or consultancy arrangement, and must not amount to a contract for the supply of staff. Please see Doc No. 5 Service Specification of the tender pack for complete scope

Renewal: Has a maximum framework term of up to four (4) years, subject to the operation of the wider scheme. Forms part of a scheme with an overall duration of up to eight (8) years

FM & Estates Services

3) Schedule 3. Lot 2: FM & Estates Services, a) This Schedule sets out the indicative scope of Lot 2. The precise Services will be defined in each Call-Off Order Form 2.4.1. Hard FM & Compliance Services 2.4.2. Soft FM Services 2.4.3. Estates Management & Professional Services 2.4.4. Projects, Minor Works & Capital Support 2.4.5. Energy, Sustainability & Environmental Services 2.4.6. Security, Transport & Specialist Services 2.4.7. Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation Services 2.5. General Service Requirements (All Providers) 2.5.1. All services must: 2.5.1.1. Be delivered in occupied school environments 2.5.2. Be child-centred, safeguarding-aware and DBS-compliant 2.5.3. Minimise disruption to education and comply with: 2.5.3.1. Statutory and regulatory requirements 2.5.3.2. DfE, ESFA, HSE, Ofsted and Building Safety expectations 2.5.3.3. Integrate with Trust policies, values and safeguarding culture 2.5.4. Support the Trust's environmental sustainability and social value ambitions. Please see Doc No. 5 Service Specification of the tender pack for complete scope

Renewal: Has a maximum framework term of up to four (4) years, subject to the operation of the wider scheme. Forms part of a scheme with an overall duration of up to eight (8) years

IT Support & Related Services

4) Schedule 4. Lot 3: IT Support & Related Services a) This Schedule sets out the indicative scope of Lot 3. The precise Services will be defined in each Call-Off Order Form b) IT Services: i) the provision of IT professional support & services, ii) consultancy, iii) managed services, iv) project managers, v) specialists and technical services vi) Any other educational IT services & supplies agreed within the call-off scope c) For the complete scope please refer to Document 5 'Service Specification' - Paragraph 3. d) Exclusions (unless expressly included in a Call-Off): direct employment/agency supply of teaching staff; regulated activity without required vetting; services requiring statutory appointment unless agreed and legally permissible Please see Doc No. 5 Service Specification of the tender pack for complete scope

Renewal: Has a maximum framework term of up to four (4) years, subject to the operation of the wider scheme. Forms part of a scheme with an overall duration of up to eight (8) years

General Administration & Consultancy Services

5) Schedule 5. Lot 4: General Administration & Consultancy a) This Schedule sets out the indicative scope of Lot 4. The precise Services will be defined in each Call-Off Order Form i) Financial Consultancy & Advisory Services ii) ESFA & Regulatory Support iii) Specialist Financial Support iv) Purchasing & Commercial Services v) Commercial Advisory vi) Contract & Supplier Management Services vii) Administrative & Operational Support Services viii) Operational Support ix) Interim and Resource Support x) Strategic, Tactical & Transformation Support xi) Project & Programme Support xii) Mobilisation, Reporting & Governance xiii) Safeguarding, DBS & Conduct xiv) Social Value, Sustainability & EDI b) For the complete scope please refer to Document 5 'Service Specification' - Paragraph 4. c) Any other non-curriculum services agreed within the call-off scope d) Lot 4 may involve access to sensitive systems or premises; security requirements must be specified in the Call-Off Order Form. Please see Doc No. 5 Service Specification of the tender pack for complete scope

Renewal: Has a maximum framework term of up to four (4) years, subject to the operation of the wider scheme. Forms part of a scheme with an overall duration of up to eight (8) years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ddb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056968-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

66 - Financial and insurance services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment

45262700 - Building alteration work

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

72222300 - Information technology services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

72500000 - Computer-related services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

75121000 - Administrative educational services

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

79994000 - Contract administration services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
25 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Sep 2026 - 8 Sep 2030 4-5 years
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
AVANTI SCHOOLS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STANMORE
Postcode
HA7 2EQ
Postcode Area
Harrow
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Harrow
Electoral Ward
Belmont
Westminster Constituency
Harrow East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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