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Specialist One to One Tuition Framework

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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26 Jun 2026 at 14:16

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25 Jun 2026 at 18:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring a multi-provider framework for "Specialist One to One Tuition Framework" services. This initiative focuses on providing specialised tuition and mentoring for children and young people unable to access mainstream education across the UK, including the Bradford district. The procurement process follows an open procedure with a tender deadline on 22nd July 2026 and an end date for award considerations set for 14th September 2026. The framework is divided into three lots, encompassing face-to-face tuition, virtual tutoring, and engagement and mentoring support, with a contract period starting on 5th October 2026. Each lot has a distinct focus, spanning locations across England, Scotland, and Wales, with the requirement for rapid mobilisation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for qualified education providers, particularly those experienced in supporting vulnerable groups such as children in care, those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and young people not in education, employment, or training. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, as suitability criteria highlight SME participation. Providers with capabilities in both digital and face-to-face education delivery can enhance their business reach by engaging in this contract. The framework’s multi-provider nature allows businesses to leverage opportunities across its three lots, promoting growth through direct awards or mini-competitions, and supporting the wider educational and social outcomes laid out by the Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist One to One Tuition Framework

Notice Description

City of Bradford Metropolitan Council is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement for the provision of specialist one-to-one tuition and mentoring services to support children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education or who require additional educational support. The framework will deliver high-quality educational interventions to: * Children in care and care leavers * Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) * Pupils excluded from school or at risk of exclusion * Children receiving Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) * Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) Provision may be required across a range of locations, including Bradford district and nationally (England, Scotland, Wales), and must be capable of rapid mobilisation (typically within 48 hours). The contract aims to: * Improve educational attainment and re-engagement with learning * Provide tailored academic tuition and mentoring * Support reintegration into education or progression pathways * Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant services aligned to statutory duties and safeguarding requirements

Lot Information

Lot 1 Specialist Tuition in Person

City of Bradford Metropolitan Council is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement for the provision of specialist one-to-one tuition and mentoring services to support children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education or who require additional educational support. The framework will deliver high-quality educational interventions to: * Children in care and care leavers * Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) * Pupils excluded from school or at risk of exclusion * Children receiving Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) * Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) Provision may be required across a range of locations, including Bradford district and nationally (England, Scotland, Wales), and must be capable of rapid mobilisation (typically within 48 hours). The contract aims to: * Improve educational attainment and re-engagement with learning * Provide tailored academic tuition and mentoring * Support reintegration into education or progression pathways * Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant services aligned to statutory duties and safeguarding requirements For Lots 1, Provision of face-to-face one-to-one tuition delivered in suitable environments (e.g. home, school, community settings). Key requirements include: * Qualified teachers with QTS and minimum 3 years' experience * Delivery aligned to curriculum and individual education plans * Experience supporting vulnerable children and SEND * Ability to deliver within 48 hours and across multiple locations

Lot 2 Specialist Tuition Virtual/Remote

City of Bradford Metropolitan Council is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement for the provision of specialist one-to-one tuition and mentoring services to support children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education or who require additional educational support. The framework will deliver high-quality educational interventions to: * Children in care and care leavers * Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) * Pupils excluded from school or at risk of exclusion * Children receiving Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) * Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) Provision may be required across a range of locations, including Bradford district and nationally (England, Scotland, Wales), and must be capable of rapid mobilisation (typically within 48 hours). The contract aims to: * Improve educational attainment and re-engagement with learning * Provide tailored academic tuition and mentoring * Support reintegration into education or progression pathways * Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant services aligned to statutory duties and safeguarding requirements For Lot 2, Provision of online tuition via secure digital platforms. Key requirements include: * Qualified teachers with QTS and experience * Strong IT capability for reliable remote delivery * Safeguarding compliant online engagement * Flexible provision across geographic areas

Lot 3- Engagement and Mentoring Support

City of Bradford Metropolitan Council is seeking to establish a multi-provider framework agreement for the provision of specialist one-to-one tuition and mentoring services to support children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education or who require additional educational support. The framework will deliver high-quality educational interventions to: * Children in care and care leavers * Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) * Pupils excluded from school or at risk of exclusion * Children receiving Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) * Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) Provision may be required across a range of locations, including Bradford district and nationally (England, Scotland, Wales), and must be capable of rapid mobilisation (typically within 48 hours). The contract aims to: * Improve educational attainment and re-engagement with learning * Provide tailored academic tuition and mentoring * Support reintegration into education or progression pathways * Deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant services aligned to statutory duties and safeguarding requirements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bd86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060386-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Oct 2026 - 4 Oct 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
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Postcode Area
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

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