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28 Jul 2026 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

Torbay Council, located in Torquay, UK, has completed the procurement process for the EDU26032 titled "EAL and Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen (GRTS) Support Services." This procurement falls under the education and training services category and aimed to offer support services for children and young people belonging to ethnically diverse communities within Torbay Local Authority-maintained schools. The procurement method was direct, specifically "Below threshold - without competition," and the award was made on 1st April 2026 to Devon County Council - Devon Education Services. The contract commenced on 1st April 2026 and will run until 31st March 2027, with a potential extension until 31st March 2030.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in educational support services, particularly those experienced in working with ethnically diverse groups and multilingual children. Companies specialising in educational consultancy and inclusive education service delivery may find opportunities for growth by aligning their services with the needs outlined in this contract. The nature of the procurement process, being below the competition threshold, suggests a streamlined process for experienced suppliers within the education sector, especially those with established networks and expertise in servicing local authority schools. This contract also allows flexibility for adaptability in services, offering room for businesses to innovate and expand their offerings in compliance with legislative and policy changes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EDU26032 EAL and Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen (GRTS) Support Services

Notice Description

This contract is to provide Torbay Local Authority maintained schools with support for children and young people from ethnically diverse communities, including traveller heritages (Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen - GRTS) and multilingual children (English as an additional Language - EAL).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d4fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071107-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TORBAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TORQUAY
Postcode
TQ1 3DR
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK42 Torbay
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Torbay
Electoral Ward
Tormohun
Westminster Constituency
Torbay

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL - DEVON EDUCATION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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