--- title: "Study Programme 2026/27" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST COAST COLLEGE" published: "2026-06-04" --- # Study Programme 2026/27 Buyer: EAST COAST COLLEGE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a29b.json) ## Summary East Coast College is inviting bids for the "Study Programme 2026/27" to engage training providers for the delivery of four study programmes, with a focus on education and training services. This active tender is part of an open procedure under the legal framework of the UK Public Contract (2023/54). The procurement process is positioned in the Tender stage, with a closing date for tender submissions on 30th June 2026. Located in Lowestoft, UK, this opportunity covers the UKH region, offering services across sectors such as Performing Arts, NEET and SEN provision in Great Yarmouth and Norwich, and a Stepping Stone programme. The total estimated value of the contract is £1,506,624, with a framework agreement in place that allows for competition reopening. Key contacts at East Coast College include Rachel Bunn, ensuring streamlined communication through the process. This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in educational services and vocational training, particularly those skilled in engaging NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) and SEN (Special Educational Needs) groups. The tender is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, enabling wide participation. By capitalizing on this, businesses can expand their operations and achieve notable market exposure. The lots are crafted to support high achievers and those requiring vocational entry-level training, offering substantial potential for businesses dedicated to educational upliftment and service innovation. Competing in this tender can help businesses establish long-term relationships with a public authority, aiding competitive positioning and market presence in the education sector. ## Notice East Coast College is seeking to secure training providers to support delivery of 4 lots of Study Programmes. ### Lot Information Performing Arts To support high achievers to develop vocational skills to aid positive progression to higher education. 20 places band 5 NEET and SEN provision in Great Yarmouth To support a stepping stones model for ECC progression in the future year. This would entry and level 1 vocational programmes in Construction, Motor Vehicle and Service Industries. 60 places NEET and SEN provision in Norwich area To support entry and level 1 vocational programmes in Construction, Motor Vehicle, Health and Social Care and Service Industries. This offer would support a regional need for those at risk of being NEET and where there is no local offer from other colleges. 160 places. Stepping stone 12 week programme To support a stepping stone back into study or positive steps to employment readiness.. This is based on a 12 week model. 18 places at 2/3 points in year. Kings Trust Provision. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052818-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 30 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,506,624 | | Lots value | £1,506,624 | | 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 | EAST COAST COLLEGE | | Locality | LOWESTOFT | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR32 2NB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk | | Local authority | East Suffolk | | Electoral ward | Harbour & Normanston | | Westminster constituency | Lowestoft | | Delivery location | TLH East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 4 Jun 2026 at 12:35 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052818-2026 - 4 Jun 2026 at 09:07 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052613-2026 - 29 May 2026 at 15:31 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051011-2026 - 28 May 2026 at 18:03 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050549-2026 - 26 May 2026 at 08:11 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048404-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052818-2026 4th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052613-2026 4th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051011-2026 29th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050549-2026 28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048404-2026 26th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16497 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16499 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16500 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16501 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16502 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16503 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16504 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16688 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16714 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16968 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17195 updated working toward/hold cyber security - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-17217 ## Notice URLs - http://www.eastcoast.ac.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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