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title: "Bury College - Student Assistance Programme - ITT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a414"
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# Bury College - Student Assistance Programme - ITT

Buyer: BURY COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a414

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## Summary

Bury College, located in Manchester, United Kingdom, has issued a tender for the provision of a Student Assistance Programme, set to run from 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2029, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage and invites applications in the services category, specifically targeting guidance and counselling services. The total contract value is estimated at £180,000 with an open procurement method under a below threshold - open competition framework. Key deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 21 October 2025 and a tender submission deadline of 31 October 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in counselling and guidance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply. The criteria for awarding the contract include considerations for contract price, added value, service delivery, and service provision, making it well-suited for businesses that can offer competitive pricing and high-quality service. Engaging in this contract through Bury College offers an excellent avenue for businesses to expand their client base within the educational sector.

## Notice

Bury College tender for the provision of Student Assistance Programme from 05/01/2026 to 04/01/2029 (with optional 2 x 12 months extensions)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum 2 extensions of 12 months per extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060527-2025 |
| 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 | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | £180,000 |
| 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 | BURY COLLEGE |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL9 0BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD37 Greater Manchester North East |
| Local authority | Bury |
| Electoral ward | Redvales |
| Westminster constituency | Bury North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85312320 - Counselling services

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2025 at 13:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060527-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060527-2025
  29th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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