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title: "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Mapping provision in Somerset"
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# English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Mapping provision in Somerset

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a5a643fb-36d8-4ccd-a44a-34c6139b13c5

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## Summary

The Somerset Council has issued a tender titled "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Mapping provision in Somerset". The procurement process aims to understand and document ESOL provision in Somerset, including class locations, course details, funding, and barriers to access. The tender is valued at £60,000 and the deadline for submissions is 5th September 2023. The contract period is scheduled to start on 1st November 2023 and end on 1st November 2026. The procurement falls under the services category and is suited for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender offers an opportunity for businesses involved in feasibility studies, advisory services, and analysis to contribute to mapping ESOL provision in Somerset. SMEs and VCSEs interested in community-based education services would be well-suited to compete. Businesses should take note of the tender deadline on 5th September 2023 and the contract period from 2023 to 2026. Potential bidders must consider the requirements regarding ESOL class mapping, locations, funding, and access barriers as outlined by Somerset Council.

## Notice

Somerset Council are keen to robustly understand what ESOL provision is available in Somerset. This could be certificated courses delivered in college settings to talking cafes delivered in the community. This is to make sure that professionals understand what is currently available, individuals are able to make informed decisions about the course that is right for them and lastly that gaps by area or provision can be identified. We are seeking a community partner to map the following: 1. The ESOL classes which are provided by a trained professional in Somerset. 2. The towns/locations in Somerset where ESOL is being provided. 3. Whether provision is within a workplace or held outside of work 4. Length of course, time of delivery and start date of course or open access if can be joined at any time 5. What level is ESOL being taught at (introduction, community skills, full qualification), identifying the different levels for each class being taught 6. Funding provision - if the course is funded or if there is a fee. If there is a fee what this is and any areas of support. 7. Talking cafe provision including locations and frequency 8. Identify any barriers to seeking attending such as transport, childcare.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ece03ce7-f085-4133-8d41-684174067f8e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2023 - 1 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2023 at 15:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ece03ce7-f085-4133-8d41-684174067f8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ece03ce7-f085-4133-8d41-684174067f8e
  8th August 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk

## Provenance

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