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Flexible Alternative Provision Framework

North East Lincolnshire Borough Council · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 27 Sept 2026, 07:32.

Opportunity overview

North East Lincolnshire Council (the Authority) is establishing a Flexible Alternative Provision Framework to ensure that children and young people who require time‑limited education outside of school can access high‑quality, safe, and purposeful alternative educational provision. This is an Open Framework, and the Authority is inviting tenders for the first framework in the scheme. The Invitation to Tender is structured into five (5) Lots. Lot 1 - Engagement Pathways Lot 2 - Targeted Learning and Progression Lot 3 - Digital Schooling Provision Lot 4 - Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation Lot 5 - Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision

Classification

  • CPV80000000 — Education and training services

Lots

  • Targeted Learning and Progression£2.2m
  • Digital Schooling Provision£640k
  • Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation£2.4m
  • Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision£2.8m
  • Engagement Pathways£12m

Documents and notices

  • Tender notice on Find a TenderOpen source ↗
  • The associated tender document are available via the above link. Search current tender opportunities using reference number 100110435.Open source ↗
  • The technical specifications are available via the above link. Search current tender opportunities using reference number 100110435.Open source ↗

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
100110435
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
Submission must only be made via the Authority's e-tender portal, YORtender, under the opportunity reference number 100110435. https://yortender.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=YORTENDER

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

lightTouch

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Is Open Framework Scheme
Yes
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
The Authority is conducting this procurement exercise to establish an Open Framework, which means the framework will be reopened periodically so that new providers can apply to join. Each time the framework is reopened, a new framework is created which replaces the previous one. The maximum duration of this open framework will be eight (8) years. During this period, the Authority will re open the competition at defined intervals to award successive frameworks within the scheme. At a minimum successive frameworks will be awarded: - At least once during the period of three (3) years from award of the first framework under the scheme, and - Within a period of five (5) years beginning on the award of the second framework in the scheme. Each framework awarded under this open framework will be conducted by way of a competitive process and will result in the award of a new framework, with substantially the same scope, award criteria and contractual terms and conditions as the preceding framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this Open Framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. Prior to conducting the competitive process, the Authority will notify the market of its intention to award a new framework under the open framework. There will be no limit on the number of Providers that may be appointed to any framework within the scheme, subject to Providers meeting the stated conditions of participation and award criteria. As a result existing Providers will have the option to be awarded a place on the subsequent framework through either of the following routes: - by reference to having already been awarded a framework under the open framework; or, - by submission of a new tender. Existing Providers who choose not submit a tender for subsequent framework will be automatically transferred onto the new framework and will be asked to sign the new framework agreement. Where a Provider does not wish to be transferred onto the successor framework, it must notify the Authority in writing within thirty (30) days of the publication of the tender notice initiating the reopening of the framework. If the Authority does not re open the framework within the first three (3) years of its operation, the arrangement will cease to operate as an open framework and will instead be treated as a standard framework with a maximum duration of three (3) years from the start of the first framework. Individual contracts called off under the framework will vary in duration and each contract called off under the framework will become a separate and independent contract in their own right.
Open Framework Scheme End Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
7 Aug 2026, 12:00

Enquiry period

Ends
3 Aug 2026, 16:00

Expected award period

Ends
1 Oct 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
LOT-0000
Title
Engagement Pathways
Description
Lot 1 shall provide tailored, project-based re‑engagement pathways for children and young people who present with SEMH needs. Provision should foster renewed engagement in learning, build confidence and self-belief, and support progression towards reintegration into an education, training, or appropriate next-step setting.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Identifiers

Entry 1
Id
1

Value

Including VAT
14,400,000
Amount
12,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Child and Family Voice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Delivery Model and Outcomes

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Financial stability check - Pass/Fail Insurances - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
General Data Protection Regulation - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Nov 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Oct 2027, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Targeted Learning and Progression
Description
Lot 2 shall provide personalised tutoring for children and young people across all key stages, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
2,592,000
Amount
2,160,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Child and Family Voice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Delivery Model and Outcomes

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Financial stability check - Pass/Fail Insurances - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
General Data Protection Regulation - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Nov 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Oct 2027, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Digital Schooling Provision
Description
Lot 3 shall provide structured, high quality online education for children and young people across all key stages who are unable to attend physical education settings.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
768,000
Amount
640,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Child and Family Voice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Delivery Model and Outcomes

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Financial stability check - Pass/Fail Insurances - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
General Data Protection Regulation - Pass/Fail Digital Online Schooling Accreditation - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Nov 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Oct 2027, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Vocational Training and Life Skills Preparation
Description
Lot 4 shall equip children and young people with practical, vocational, and life skills that support independence, employability, and preparation for adulthood
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
2,880,000
Amount
2,400,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Child and Family Voice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Delivery Model and Outcomes

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Financial stability check - Pass/Fail Insurances - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
General Data Protection Regulation - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Nov 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Oct 2027, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Ofsted Registered Independent Alternative Provision
Description
Lot 5 shall provide regulated alternative provision for children and young people in Key Stages 1-4 who require education outside of mainstream settings. Provision must be delivered by Ofsted registered independent providers.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
3,360,000
Amount
2,800,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Child and Family Voice

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Delivery Model and Outcomes

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 4
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
Financial stability check - Pass/Fail Insurances - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.
Criterion 2
Type
technical
Description
General Data Protection Regulation - Pass/Fail Ofsted Registration - Pass/Fail Please refer to the associated tender documents for further details on the conditions of participation.

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Nov 2026, 00:00
Ends
31 Oct 2027, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The extension end date reflects the maximum possible length of the open framework. The Authority currently intends to award a new framework under this open framework on an annual basis. However, the timing and frequency of this may be varied at the Authority's discretion. If the Authority elects not to re-open the Framework on its annual anniversary, the initial term may be extended by a further two 12-month periods.

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
LOT-0000
Related Lot
LOT-0000

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE13
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE13
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE13
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE13
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
80000000
Description
Education and training services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE13
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
L-1
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
The associated tender document are available via the above link. Search current tender opportunities using reference number 100110435.
Entry 3
Id
L-2
Document Type
technicalSpecifications
Description
The technical specifications are available via the above link. Search current tender opportunities using reference number 100110435.
Entry 4
Id
062793-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
3 Jul 2026, 13:26
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
North East Lincolnshire Borough Council
Id
GB-PPON-PXNN-3676-XCQV

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PXNN-3676-XCQV

Address

Street Address
Municipal Offices, Town Hall Square
Locality
Grimsby
Postal Code
DN31 1HU
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKE13

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Grimsby · UKE13 · DN31 1HU · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE13 · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

2 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

2 VERSIONS
  1. 045905-2026Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 062793-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·