Scope
Reference
ATT005
Description
The Academy Transformation Trust is seeking a supplier for the provision of temporary agency staffing services across its 21 academies, which include primary, secondary, SEND and further education. These services will cover a range of roles, including teaching staff, support staff, and administrative personnel, depending on the individual needs of each academy.
The supplier must be able to provide qualified and vetted agency staff to meet varying staffing requirements, ensuring that personnel are available on short notice and capable of working in different educational settings. The contract will be for a flexible supply of temporary staff, with estimated volumes based on the academies' fluctuating needs.
Staff must be provided in compliance with all relevant educational standards, safeguarding requirements, and employment laws. The supplier will be expected to manage all recruitment, payroll, and compliance processes, while ensuring that staff are ready for deployment as per agreed schedules.
Total value (estimated)
- £7,500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2025 to 30 July 2028
- Possible extension to 30 July 2030
- 4 years, 11 months, 30 days
Description of possible extension:
The contract may include the option for extensions beyond the initial term, subject to satisfactory performance by the supplier, continued value for money, and the ongoing needs of the Academy Transformation Trust.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The contract includes options that allow for flexibility in responding to changes in staffing needs and operational requirements over time.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff
Not the same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. National Supply of Temporary Agency Staff
Description
This lot covers the provision of temporary agency staffing services across all academies within the Academy Transformation Trust, including all regions. Suppliers awarded this lot will be responsible for providing temporary staff to any of the 21 academies nationwide. The lot is intended for suppliers with the capacity to deliver services on a national scale, ensuring timely and efficient provision of qualified staff across multiple locations.
Lot value (estimated)
- £4,000,000 including VAT
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Supply of Temporary Agency Staff - West Midlands
Description
This lot specifically covers the supply of temporary agency staffing services for academies located in the West Midlands region. Suppliers awarded this lot will be expected to provide qualified temporary staff for roles such as teaching, support, and administrative positions within the academies located in this area. The lot is designed for suppliers with a strong regional presence and the ability to quickly mobilize staff within the West Midlands.
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,000,000 including VAT
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Supply of Temporary Agency Staff - East of England
Description
This lot is focused on the East of England region, covering academies in that geographical area. Suppliers awarded this lot will be required to provide temporary agency staffing services for teaching and support roles across the academies in this region. Suppliers should be capable of meeting the specific needs of schools in the East of England, offering flexible staffing solutions to address short-term requirements.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,500,000 including VAT
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract dates and options are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Submission
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
18 April 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
All suppliers must register their interest by emailing the tenders inbox at tenders@attrust.org.uk.
Please note that all communication regarding this procurement, including submission of questions, clarifications, and updates, will be managed exclusively through this inbox.
You can find academy information at: https://www.academytransformationtrust.co.uk/
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
3 July 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 January 2030
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
The procurement will follow a competitive flexible procedure, beginning with an expression of interest. Interested suppliers must email tenders@tenders.org.uk to register their interest in the opportunity.
Following registration, suppliers will be issued a Procurement-Specific Questionnaire (PSQ). Responses will be evaluated against defined selection criteria, and a shortlist of qualified suppliers will be created.
Shortlisted suppliers will then be invited to tender. This stage may involve multiple rounds of tender submissions, during which there may be refinement of the award criteria and negotiations to enhance value and clarify proposals.
This structured process ensures a fair, transparent, and competitive approach to selecting the most suitable agency staffing supplier for the Trust's 21 academies.
Contracting authority
Academy Transformation Trust
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10039859
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZZT-9217-WDTL
Unit 4
Sutton Coldfield
B73 6AZ
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@attrust.org.uk
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government