Scope
Description
The East Manchester Academy (TEMA) is a mainstream secondary school with approximately 1050 pupils, located in Beswick, Manchester. We are committed to inclusion and early intervention to support all learners. The school has identified a need for a dedicated on-site AP to cater for up to 20 pupils who struggle to access mainstream education.
We require an experienced, suitably qualified provider to design, deliver, and manage an on-site alternative provision. This will involve:
• Providing structured education, pastoral care, and behaviour support for up to 20 pupils aged 11-16.
• Operating during standard school hours and term times.
• Collaborating with school staff and external agencies as appropriate.
The provider must:
• Deliver a curriculum aligned with the national curriculum (including English, Maths, and PSHE). This will be delivered by existing TEMA staff as part of their normal timetable.
• Support behaviour improvement, attendance, and pupil well-being.
• Provide staff trained in trauma-informed approaches and behaviour management.
• Offer tailored interventions and reintegration support where appropriate.
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection in line with school policies
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
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)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
12 September 2025
Engagement process description
Publish Tender Notice (UK4): 15th September - 3rd October.
Deadline for Submission of Clarification Questions: Tuesday 23rd September
Publication of Clarification Responses: Friday 26th September
The closing date for quotations to be received is 4PM on Friday 3rd October 2025 and bids should remain open for 60 days.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
15 September 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
The East Manchester Academy
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVTL-2185-GWPH
60 Grey Mare Lane
MANCHESTER
M11 3DS
United Kingdom
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government