---
title: "Alternate Education Provision - Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05626b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-18"
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# Alternate Education Provision - Market Engagement

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05626b

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council, acting as the buyer, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for "Alternate Education Provision - Market Engagement." This initiative seeks alternative education services for children and young people up to 25 years of age, particularly those with special educational needs. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically education and training services, as classified by CPV codes. The opportunity is located in the UKE2 region of the United Kingdom. As part of the engagement process, an initial milestone is a scheduled engagement opportunity with a due date of 15th August 2025. The contract, valued at £36,000,000 GBP, is expected to span from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2030, with the next communication planned for 1st February 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those providing alternative education solutions. With a framework agreement in place, the project is suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, given its focus on diverse educational needs and the potential for long-term collaboration. Companies with expertise in supporting learners with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) who can offer comprehensive educational and support services will find this procurement process aligned with their capabilities, helping them to expand their market presence and contribute to critical educational outcomes.

## Notice

The Authority requires alternative education for children and young people up to the age of 25, including those with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and those in the care of the Local Authority. Alternative education may be used for a wide variety of purposes to better meet the diverse needs of young people whose needs might not be met in mainstream school settings, ensuring they receive appropriate support and opportunities to succeed. With a plan to reintegrate into school. Preparation for Adulthood is at the heart of this framework, ensuring that learners are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for their future. Learners with SEND may or may not be working at age-related expectations, which will be communicated at the time of referral.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=96204&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041427-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHALLERTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL7 8AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Romanby |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond and Northallerton |
| Delivery location | TLE2 North Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80100000 - Primary education services
- 80200000 - Secondary education services
- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 18 Jul 2025 at 15:22 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041427-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041427-2025
  18th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=96204&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk

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