Unawarded contract
This contract will not be signed.
Lots
- Lot LOT-0001. Primary phase setting, ENGLAND
- Lot LOT-0002. Secondary phase setting, ENGLAND
- Lot LOT-0003. MATS, ENGLAND
- Lot LOT-0004. Primary phase setting, WALES
- Lot LOT-0005. Secondary phase setting, WALES
- Lot LOT-0006. Multiple schools, WALES
Date of decision not to sign contract
25 September 2025
Reason for not signing contract
Due to issues that emerged during the procurement process - specifically concerning the wording of a section of the Framework Agreement related to the call-off procedure - we have concluded, following detailed clarifications, that the language used was open to multiple interpretations. This ambiguity has created uncertainty around how the framework would operate in practice.
As a result, we believe the procurement process can no longer deliver the outcomes required by us and our customers, who rely on the framework being clear, robust, and free from contention once awarded.
Accordingly, we have decided to cancel the current procurement procedure, as permitted under the terms of the Invitation to Tender, and will not be making any contract awards in relation to:
• LOT-0001. Primary phase setting, ENGLAND
• LOT-0002. Secondary phase setting, ENGLAND
• LOT-0003. MATS, ENGLAND
• LOT-0004. Primary phase setting, WALES
• LOT-0005. Secondary phase setting, WALES
• LOT-0006. Multiple schools, WALES
We extend our thanks to all bidders for their interest and engagement. Should the opportunity be re-advertised, it will be conducted in accordance with the Public Procurement Act 2023, with notice published via the Government's Find a Tender Service.
Contracting authority
HERTS FOR LEARNING LIMITED
- Companies House: 08419581
Bank House, Ground Floor, North Wing, Primett Road,
Stevenage
SG1 3EE
United Kingdom
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government