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title: "Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON"
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# Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e17247c8-8650-4e66-9656-5bc79cea417d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Merton Adult Learning Main Delivery Service" was undertaken by the London Borough of Merton. This tender falls under the "Adult and other education services" industry category, classified with CPV code 80400000. The process employed an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure, resulting in an award stage as of 15th June 2026. The contract spans from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd August 2029, with a value of £3,950,000, awarded to the South Thames Colleges Group. The primary location for service delivery is England, United Kingdom. This procurement aligns with the objectives of the London Growth Plan, aiming for sustainable and inclusive economic development.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for educational service providers, particularly SMEs due to its value and scope focusing on adult learning and skills enhancement. Providers experienced in delivering high-quality education services within the UK, especially those able to align with strategic goals around economic growth and sustainability, would be well-suited to deliver on this contract. As such, it not only offers direct financial opportunities but also allows providers to align with London's broader educational and community development objectives, supporting long-term business expansion and influence in the region's adult education sector.

## Notice

The London Borough of Merton ("the Council") is inviting tenders for delivering the Merton Adult Learning Main Service Contract of Adult Learning following the rules set out in the Procurement Act 2023 and subsequent Regulations ("the Act"). The procurement requirements encompass the priorities of Merton including maintaining excellent education and skills, and promoting a dynamic, connected, and inclusive community and economy and as part of South London Partnership (SLP) the implementation of the London Growth Plan. The Mayor of London, in collaboration with London Councils, has committed to implementing a new London Growth Plan, which was published in 2025. The plan outlines the strategies for driving sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the capital. Key objectives include creating jobs, increasing wages, improving living standards for Londoners, and achieving a net-zero carbon footprint.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b612a6bd-7b82-420d-8456-ec708e7f3568 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,950,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON |
| Locality | MORDEN |
| Post town | Sutton |
| Postcode | SM4 5DX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton |
| Local authority | Merton |
| Electoral ward | Merton Park |
| Westminster constituency | Wimbledon |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 15:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b612a6bd-7b82-420d-8456-ec708e7f3568
- 22 Jan 2026 at 15:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e414db-0425-46bc-af6d-0bfc080d363d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b612a6bd-7b82-420d-8456-ec708e7f3568
  15th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26e414db-0425-46bc-af6d-0bfc080d363d
  22nd January 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a06fc4aa-8da3-f011-813a-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.merton.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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