--- title: "Extension of existing Alternative Education Rolling Select List" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050723" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050723" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050723.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050723.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-04-24" --- # Extension of existing Alternative Education Rolling Select List Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050723 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050723) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050723.json) ## Summary Suffolk County Council, a regional authority located in Ipswich, has announced the extension of the Alternative Education Rolling Select List until 31st July 2027. This procurement process is in the tender stage, inviting providers to join or amend their participation in the select list, primarily focused on education and training services under the CPV code 80000000. The process operates under a selective method, adhering to the restricted procedure. Significant dates include the next opportunities to apply or amend bids, which are held termly in February, June, and October. The extension signifies a substantial investment, with an estimated value of £60,000,000 for various lots, including services like in-person tuition, vocational services, and early intervention support for vulnerable children and young people. This tender offers expansive opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those providing alternative education solutions tailored to the needs of children requiring interim educational placements. Companies that can deliver quality, customised educational programs will find this tender beneficial for business growth. It welcomes a wide array of providers from tuition services to vocational training and virtual learning platforms, allowing businesses to expand their service offerings and establish a foothold within the public education sector. Given the ongoing needs and recurring nature of the select list, businesses that continuously innovate and adapt their services to meet the educational requirements of local authorities will be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. ## Notice Tenders are invited for inclusion on a Rolling Select List of approved, quality assured providers of Alternative Education intended to facilitate the placement of vulnerable children and young people for whom the Council has a statutory responsibility. All young people placed under this contract will be of statutory school age in Key Stages 1-5. Alternative Education encompasses a wide range of provisions including vocational therapeutic and tuition services offering up to 15 hours per week. These placements will be for children and young people who are currently not in education or are experiencing placement breakdown. Alternative education focusses on removing barriers to education and typically helping pupils back into mainstream environments. Whatever form it takes, Alternative Education should always be part of the inclusion process, not the end goal. These packages are commissioned outside of the local offer and are individually tailored to meet the needs of the individuals. These packages are put in place for children when there are difficulties in identifying a suitable permanent education provision for the child. The provision is used as an interim measure to ensure CYP continue to receive education and support whilst a more permanent placement is identified. These may also be put in place at the request of the families. Providers can apply to join the Rolling Select List or amend which lots they have bid for at any time, however, once the select list is live, applications will only be considered on a termly basis during the months of February, June and October each calendar year. Bidders will be notified no later than the end of the calendar month following month that the Rolling Select List is advertised as open to new bidders. e.g. end of March, end of July and end of November. This Rolling Select List complies with the Light touch Regime under the Public Contract Regulations 2015. ### Lot Information Tuition Services (In person) Please see short description above. Additional information: This Rolling Select List has been extended for a further 24 months to 31st July 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire Rolling Select List at any time. Renewal: The Rolling Select List will remain open until 31st July 2027 Vocational Services Please see short description above. Additional information: This Rolling Select List has been extended for a further 24 months to 31st July 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire Rolling Select List at any time. Renewal: The Rolling Select List will remain open until 31st July 2027. Virtual Learning Services Please see short description above. Additional information: This Rolling Select List has been extended for a further 24 months to 31st July 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire Rolling Select List at any time. Renewal: The Rolling Selection List will remain open until 31st July 2027. Early Intervention/Re-engagement Services Please see short description above. Additional information: This Rolling Select List has been extended for a further 24 months to 31st July 2027. The duration given in II.2.7) is the duration of the extension period. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire Rolling Select List at any time. Renewal: The Rolling Select List will remain open until 31st July 2027. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016843-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 24 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2027 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000,000 | | Lots value | £60,000,000 | | 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 - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 24 Apr 2025 at 14:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016843-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.suffolk.gov.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/suffolksourcing/aspx/ProjectManage/16420 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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