--- title: "CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST DURHAM COLLEGE" published: "2026-06-22" --- # CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery Buyer: EAST DURHAM COLLEGE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-22586f62-6b5c-443f-814a-4fdeb2223653.json) ## Summary East Durham College is inviting bids for the contract titled "CA18103 - Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery." This procurement process falls within the education and training services industry, with a focus on delivering Adult Skills Fund provisions at Level 2 and above, aimed at fostering progression into sustained employment and higher-level learning. The tender is at the active stage, with submissions due by 18th July 2026. The contract, valued at up to £450,000, will be split among a maximum of three subcontract partners. Services will be delivered in the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority region, covering locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the contract period is set from 3rd August 2026 to 31st July 2027. This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth to businesses specialising in educational and vocational training services. It is particularly well-suited for high-performing SMEs keen on expanding their service delivery within this sector. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio by delivering critical educational services designed to improve employment outcomes. Participating companies must demonstrate the ability to effectively deliver the specified outcomes within the contract’s scope, making it an ideal opportunity for skilled providers aiming for a significant impact in regional educational development. ## Notice East Durham College is seeking to appoint a maximum of three high-performing subcontract partners to deliver Adult Skills Fund (ASF) provision at Level 2 and above, with a clear focus on progression into sustained employment and higher-level learning. Provision must be delivered to adults aged 19+ resident within the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority Delivery may take place in community, employer, or college venues, but learner residency must align with NECA postcode eligibility. The contract value will be based on an 80/20 split. The full contract value will be a maximum of PS450,000 Tenderers are invited to bid for the contract amount they can effectively deliver within the specified contract requirements; it will then be at the discretion of the College to determine the split of the contract award. This may be split as incremental awards throughout the academic year dependent on achievement of deliverables. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (1) Lot 2: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (2) Lot 3: Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery (3) To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18103. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18103 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57d84c54-d501-4c5f-8498-17fb688386a3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £450,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EAST DURHAM COLLEGE | | Locality | PETERLEE | | Post town | Sunderland | | Postcode | SR8 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham | | Local authority | County Durham | | Electoral ward | Peterlee West | | Westminster constituency | Easington | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 22 Jun 2026 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57d84c54-d501-4c5f-8498-17fb688386a3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57d84c54-d501-4c5f-8498-17fb688386a3 22nd June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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