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title: "PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES"
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# PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060772

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring educational support services targeted at children and young people aged 0 to 25. This procurement, with an operational location in North Northamptonshire, UKF25, is classified within the education and training services sector. The procurement process is structured into five distinct service categories or 'lots': Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational and Sensory Therapy, Tuition, and Alternative Provision, with a total estimated value of £26,000,000. Potential bidders should note key deadlines, such as the tender period ending on 2nd June 2026 and final award date by 15th June 2026. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure with a light touch regime, aiming for a high-quality delivery framework set to run from 1st July 2026 until 31st May 2030, with the potential of frameworks reopening for competition.

This tender represents significant business growth potential for enterprises specialising in educational services, particularly those small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that excel in specialised educational support. The multiple lots provide abundant opportunities for diverse businesses that can deliver tailored support to enhance educational outcomes. Firms with experience in framework agreements and the capability to meet the high standards of regulatory and quality assurance stipulations will find this procurement an advantageous endeavour, potentially boosting their market presence and credibility within the public sector education industry.

## Notice

This Provision of education support services to children and young people aged 0 to 25 in North Northamptonshire Council. The procurement is structured into five distinct service categories, referred to as 'lots', each representing a different type of support service as outlined below: Lot 1 Educational Psychology Lot 2 Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) Lot 3 Occupational and Sensory Therapy Lot 4 Tuition Lot 5 Alternative Provision

### Lot Information

Provision of Educational Psychology

The Provision of Educational Psychologists (EPs) who hold Master's (MSc) or Doctorate degree in Educational Psychology and are actively registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Provision of Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT)

The Provision of Speech and Language Therapists (SaLTs) who hold a minimum qualification of a BSc or Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Speech and Language Therapy. Therapists may also hold MSc or Doctorate-level qualifications.

The Provision of Occupational and/or Sensory Therapists

The Provision of Occupational and/or Sensory Therapists hold a minimum qualification of a BSc or Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Occupational and/or Sensory Therapy. Therapists may also hold MSc or Doctorate-level qualifications. All therapists must maintain active registration with both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the entire duration of their work under this contract.

The provision of Tutors

The provision of tutors who hold a relevant degree-level qualification as a minimum standard. Tutors should also have sufficient experience to effectively support the learning of children and young people. While Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) remains desirable, it is not mandatory; however, tutors must demonstrate strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver high-quality, tailored educational support. All tutors registering on the open framework must have and be able to evidence one or more of the following:

The provision of Alternative provision

The provision of Alternative provision, delivered by well-trained, experienced staff who have undergone all necessary safeguarding checks. Provision should have clearly defined objectives that support both personal development and academic/ vocational achievement. Where the intervention is part-time or temporary, it must align with the pupil's existing curriculum, timetable, and qualification pathway to minimise disruption. Pupils attending part-time off-site provision may also attend mainstream school or other education on the days they are not in alternative provision.

### Planning Information

North Northamptonshire Council has engaged with providers who have expressed an interest in working with North Northamptonshire Council Education Services.
Please note that this procurement opportunity has not yet been published. This notice will be updated once the tender is formally released on Find a Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040481-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | 2030-04-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,000,000 |
| Lots value | £25,652,000 |
| 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 | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 11:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040481-2026
- 21 Mar 2026 at 14:21 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026014-2026
- 27 Feb 2026 at 11:30 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017807-2026
- 17 Feb 2026 at 12:47 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014283-2026
- 16 Jan 2026 at 11:04 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003800-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040481-2026
  1st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026014-2026
  21st March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017807-2026
  27th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014283-2026
  17th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003800-2026
  16th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=d7dab74a-3f3a-f111-813c-005056b64545
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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