---
title: "Framework for Alternative Provision (Education)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05130c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-14"
---

# Framework for Alternative Provision (Education)

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05130c

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by Derbyshire County Council, outlines a planned framework for the provision of alternative education services targeting youth within Derbyshire. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a communication date planned for 24th February 2026 and the actual contract period set to commence on 1st September 2026. Being classified under the services category, this framework aims to engage providers in the youth education sector, relevant to the public authority sub-central government. Based in Matlock, Derbyshire, the council seeks to establish a service provision framework with a significant potential value, emphasising the strategic importance of this initiative.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services aimed at youth, particularly those experienced in alternative provision and capable of operating within a framework agreement structure. Suppliers well-versed in delivering youth education services, as classified by CPV code 80310000, are in an advantageous position to contribute to the robust educational objectives of Derbyshire County Council. The gross contract value outlined at £120 million signals substantial business growth prospects for companies that can align their service offerings with the council's educational mandate in the region. Businesses that can demonstrate flexibility and capacity for long-term service provision could thrive under this framework agreement extending into the next decade.

## Notice

Framework of providers to meet the Council's needs for alternative education provision for Children and Young People in Derbyshire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021243-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 8 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| Delivery location | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80310000 - Youth education services

## Release History

- 14 May 2025 at 11:58 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021243-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021243-2025
  14th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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