Scope
Reference
DN797254
Description
Nottinghamshire County Council (the Council) is commissioning adult English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) provision for Ukrainian guests under the Homes for Ukraine (HFU) and Ukrainian Permission Extension (UPE) schemes.
The Council is seeking a provider to deliver ESOL services to support Ukrainian guests in improving their English language skills and supporting their integration into the community. The service will be funded through HFU tariff funding and managed by the Council's HFU team.
The service will deliver adult ESOL provision for Ukrainian guests aged 18+ under the HFU and UPE schemes.
Total value (estimated)
- £550,000 excluding VAT
- £550,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
It is envisaged that the contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and will last for an initial period of three years. There will be the option for two twelve-month extensions.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
- 80580000 - Provision of language courses
Contract locations
- UKF15 - North Nottinghamshire
- UKF16 - South Nottinghamshire
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- Suppliers from Nottinghamshire
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
5 December 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
12 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tender Reference: DN797254
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality 70%
Quantity 30%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com
Further information can be found in the tender documentation on the e-tendering portal.
Contracting authority
Nottinghamshire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBCV-5152-BXBP
County Hall, Loughborough Road
Nottingham
NG2 7QP
United Kingdom
Email: prpc@nottscc.gov.uk
Region: UKF16 - South Nottinghamshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government