--- title: "Extension of existing Dynamic Purchasing System of Suffolk Adult and Community Learning Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-15" --- # Extension of existing Dynamic Purchasing System of Suffolk Adult and Community Learning Services Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04de1a.json) ## Summary Suffolk County Council, operating from Ipswich, is inviting applications for the extension of its existing Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Adult and Community Learning Services. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically targeting the adult education sector, and is being conducted through a restricted procedure. The current procurement stage is a tender update, with the key amendment being an extension of the DPS until 23 February 2029. Potential bidders should take note that the total estimated value excluding VAT is now set at £8,690,000. The opportunity is open for electronic and written submissions, ensuring compliance with the Department for Education's Adult Skills Fund regulations for learners aged 19 and over. The DPS allows for an unlimited number of suppliers to join, with new entrants welcomed over its duration. This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in adult education services, as it ensures a continuous stream of contracts funded by the Department for Education. SMEs and established education service providers alike can benefit from joining this DPS, with the flexibility to deliver learning services tailored to the local community's needs. The open nature of the DPS, alongside its substantial budget, positions it as a strategic opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their service offerings and establish a footprint within Suffolk's educational landscape. Compliance with the specified regulations and ability to meet contractual terms will be essential for continued participation. The procurement is guided by considerations under the Procurement Act 2023, reinforcing the alignment with broader national procurement strategies. ## Notice Suffolk County Council are inviting applicants to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Adult and Community Learning Services. Contracts will be for the delivery of learning against the funding the Council receives from the Department for Education (DFE) for the Adult Skills Fund (ASF) for learners aged 19 years and over. Delivery must meet the regulations outlined in the DFE Funding Rules: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/adult-skills-fund-funding-rules-for-2024-to-2025/adult-skills-fund-funding-rules-2024-to-2025 We reserve the right to award places within this DPS to an unlimited number of suppliers. New applicants can join the DPS during the course of the duration. Please note should performance not be compliant with the DPS Tender Terms and Conditions, applicants may be removed from the DPS. ### Lot Information Adult and Community Learning Please see short description above. Additional information: This DPS has been extended for a further 24 months to 31 March 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. The extension will allow Suffolk County Council and potential bidders time to plan a suitable replacement under the Procurement Act 2023 that also takes into consideration the objectives of the National Procurement Policy Statement. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. Renewal: The DPS will remain open until 31 March 2027. Skills Development Please see short description above. Additional information: This DPS has been extended for a further 24 months to 31 March 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. The extension will allow Suffolk County Council and potential bidders time to plan a suitable replacement under the Procurement Act 2023 that also takes into consideration the objectives of the National Procurement Policy Statement. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. Renewal: The DPS will remain open until 31 March 2027 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044726-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2027 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,290,000 | | Lots value | £7,290,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | IPSWICH | | Post town | Ipswich | | Postcode | IP1 2BX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich | | Local authority | Ipswich | | Electoral ward | Gipping | | Westminster constituency | Ipswich | | Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80400000 - Adult and other education services ## Release History - 15 May 2026 at 06:49 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044726-2026 - 12 Feb 2025 at 12:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004722-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.suffolksourcing.uk - https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:159908-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/adult-skills-fund-funding-rules-for-2024-to-2025/adult-skills-fund-funding-rules-2024-to-2025 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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