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title: "Delivery of a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Coaching and Development for St. Colm's High School"
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buyer: "THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-06"
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# Delivery of a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Coaching and Development for St. Colm's High School

Buyer: THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0668d8

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## Summary

The Education Authority, based in Belfast, is seeking tenders for the delivery of a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Coaching and Development for St. Colm’s High School. This opportunity relates to the education and training services industry, particularly secondary education services, and is governed under Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement is being executed through an open competition below the threshold, with a contract period running from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028, including possible extensions up to 24 months. Tender submissions are due by 3:00 p.m. on 27 May 2026, following an enquiry period ending on 20 May 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that provide educational services, particularly those with experience in sports education and coaching. SMEs with a track record in delivering academic qualifications and strong community links would be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The framework aims to establish a robust and value-for-money agreement beneficial for providers specialising in vocational training and secondary education services. Successful bidders can expect growth opportunities through the contracted delivery period and potential extensions, thereby expanding their service portfolio and market presence in Northern Ireland's education sector.

## Notice

EDR 26-001 Delivery of a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Coaching and Development for St. Colm's High School - The Education Authority (EA) invites tenders to deliver both a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport and a BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Coaching and Development for St. Colm's High School for the period of 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2028 and the option to extend for periods up to and including 24 months. Suppliers who wish to participate in this tender exercise should download, read, and submit their tender response in accordance with the documents published on https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=6517690 under the Unique Reference: EANI-5267. All information can be downloaded from the CfT documents. Completed tender responses must be submitted via the Messaging function of eTendersNI no later than 3:00pm on Wednesday 27th May 2026.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There will be the option to extend for periods up to and including 24 months, subject to funding and scope of requirements.

### Planning Information

PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE (PME) for a BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sports Studies and Coaching for St Colm’s High School . Interested suppliers are asked to
complete and return the questionnaire via eTendersNI no later than 15:00 on the 31st March 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041632-2026 |
| 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 8 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £284,000 |
| Lots value | £284,000 |
| 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 | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY (NI) |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 2NQ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Duncairn |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 80200000 - Secondary education services

## Release History

- 6 May 2026 at 16:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041632-2026
- 12 Mar 2026 at 16:21 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022531-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041632-2026
  6th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022531-2026
  12th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=6517690
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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