Scope
Reference
UID: 13528
Description
The Outdoor Education Adviser will provide guidance, support and oversight for outdoor learning and educational visits within their jurisdiction. The role will include policy development, training and support, risk management, approval and monitoring and advocacy.
Total value (estimated)
- £237,500 excluding VAT
- £250,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 August 2025 to 30 August 2030
- Possible extension to 30 August 2035
- 10 years
Description of possible extension:
Extensions 3+2 y
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 August 2025, 9:00am
Tender submission deadline
4 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tender documents must be returned via the Chest portal.
Use the reference number below to find the opportunity on the Chest platform.
DN779386
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
22 August 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Questions | Quality questions will be provided in the tender documents. |
Quality | 80% |
| Price | Price and costings sheet will be provided in the tender documents. |
Price | 20% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
Expression of Interest advertising the possible tender went out weeks in advance.
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com/
Chest Reference ID: DN779386
Use this ID to find the opportunity on the Chest website and express interest there.
Contracting authority
Trafford Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGZW-1429-QQZQ
Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Road
Manchester
M32 0TH
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government