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title: "Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon"
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# Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0563db

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a service provider for the "Provision of an English as a Second Language (ESOL) into Work Programme." This initiative, classified under vocational training services, is designed to aid economically inactive individuals in overcoming language barriers to employment. The current procurement stage is the tender phase, with the deadline for submissions set for 4th August 2025. Located in Uxbridge, UK, the contract period spans from 22nd August 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender, part of the People and Skills investment priority under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, maintains a focus on reducing obstacles to employment and improving local workforce capabilities.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) well-suited to contribute to local economic growth by delivering essential language training services. The open competitive tender invites businesses capable of providing comprehensive ESOL support, especially those experienced in collaborating with employment projects and leveraging stakeholder networks. With a total contract value of £46,000, businesses that excel in both quality and cost-effectiveness, as stipulated by the award criteria, will find this tender particularly attractive. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to integrate employment and health support for those with language needs, offering growth potential for organisations contributing to workforce development efforts.

## Notice

The London Borough of Hillingdon (LBH) seeks to appoint a Service Provider to supply an ESOL Project Worker. This worker will collaborate closely with the Hillingdon Employment Project Co-ordinator, who is employed by LBH and responsible for managing the ESOL project, overseeing monitoring and reporting, and building a stakeholder network across training, employment, and the voluntary sector. Background and Context * The project aligns with the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Get Britain Working agenda, which aims to integrate employment and health support for economically inactive individuals, particularly those facing health-related barriers. * The UKSPF has been extended to March 31, 2026, allowing local authorities to deliver flexible, locally tailored programmes. * This initiative falls under the People and Skills investment priority, focusing on reducing employment barriers and enhancing skills for local growth. Project Objective The ESOL Project Worker will deliver intensive English language support to economically inactive individuals who face language barriers that hinder their employment prospects. The role includes working in tandem with the main UKSPF delivery partner to provide wrap-around support and help participants move closer to or into employment. The estimated contract value- PS46,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042027-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £46,000 |
| Lots value | £46,000 |
| 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 1UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Uxbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80530000 - Vocational training services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2025 at 13:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042027-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042027-2025
  22nd July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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