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Framework to Provide Supply Agency Staff Services

HEART ACADEMIES TRUST · Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 25 Sept 2026, 08:35.

Opportunity overview

This is the reopening of Framework to Provide Supply Agency Staff Services - ocds-h6vhtk-05abb2 HEART Academies Trust, supported by Value Match Services, intends to undertake the first reopening of the Framework to Provide Supply Agency Staff Services. The open framework was established to provide eligible education-sector contracting authorities with access to suppliers of temporary, fixed-term and permanent teaching and non-teaching staff across the United Kingdom. The reopening will cover: Lot 1 - Direct Provision Lot 2 - Master Vendor Lot 3 - Neutral Vendor The reopening will provide an opportunity for new suppliers, previously unsuccessful suppliers and existing framework suppliers seeking to expand or revise their offering to apply for appointment to the relevant lot or lots. The tender notice and associated procurement documents are expected to be published on 30 October 2026. The estimated deadline for tender submissions is 27 November 2026 at 12pm. The estimated contract award date is 21 January 2027. The procurement will be conducted electronically through Cimple. Suppliers will be able to express an interest, access the procurement documents and submit a tender following publication of the tender notice: https://cimple.uk/ All dates are indicative and may be amended in the tender notice and associated procurement documents.

Classification

  • CPV79000000 — Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Lots

  • Direct Provision£425m
  • Master Vendor£297.5m
  • Neutral Vendor£127.5m

Documents and notices

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
ocds-h6vhtk-06eeea
Status
planned
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Submission terms

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
27 Nov 2026, 12:00

Expected award period

Ends
11 Jan 2027, 23:59

Communication

Future Notice Date
30 Oct 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Direct Provision
Description
The appointed Supplier will be responsible for delivering recruitment services for the provision of supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary and permanent staffing requirements. This will include: • Temporary assignments via employment agencies • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier must remain informed of developments within the recruitment sector, including changes in policy, legislation, and best practice. Ongoing compliance with relevant regulations-such as the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR), IR35, and National Minimum Wage-is essential. Additionally, the Supplier is required to hold and maintain certification from a recognised Accreditation Body and ensure that any regulatory or market changes are promptly communicated to the Contracting Authority. Where necessary, appropriate adjustments must be made to internal processes and procedures to reflect such changes.
Status
planned
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
510,000,000
Amount
425,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
21 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contracting Authority intends to operate the Framework for a maximum duration of eight (8) years, with the intention to re-open the Framework on an annual basis to allow for the inclusion of new suppliers and ensure continued value and compliance. A Re Opening Notice will be published detailing the scope of services, eligibility criteria, submission deadlines and evaluation methodology. The following types of Suppliers can apply/re-apply: -New suppliers not previously included -Previously unsuccessful suppliers -Existing suppliers seeking to expand or revise their offering Suppliers meeting the criteria will be added to the Framework and become eligible for selection in Direct Awards or Mini Competitions
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Master Vendor
Description
Managed service requirements of supply teachers, education support staff and other temporary, fixed term or permanent staffing services. The Contracting Authority is seeking a Managed Service Provider (MSP) to deliver comprehensive recruitment services that meet its workforce requirements. This includes the sourcing, engagement, and administration of supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary, fixed term or permanent personnel through standardised processes and the effective use of technology. The appointed Master Vendor will be solely responsible for delivering recruitment services and managing the entire supply chain. This includes: • Temporary assignments via employment agencies • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier may fulfil staffing requirements directly from its own resource pool and may also manage additional supply through an approved and accredited supply chain. Where appropriate, the Supplier may establish and manage a talent pool on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Workers sourced via this pool may be employed either by the Employment Business or directly by the Contracting Authority. The Contracting Authority will contract with the Master Vendor, who will retain full responsibility for the performance and compliance of its supply chain. The Supplier must hold and maintain certification from a recognised Accreditation Body and ensure full compliance with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR), IR35, and National Minimum Wage. The Supplier is expected to remain up to date with changes in recruitment practices, market conditions, and relevant policies and legislation. Any such changes must be communicated promptly to the Contracting Authority, with necessary adjustments made to operational processes and procedures.
Status
planned
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
357,000,000
Amount
297,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
21 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contracting Authority intends to operate the Framework for a maximum duration of eight (8) years, with the intention to re-open the Framework on an annual basis to allow for the inclusion of new suppliers and ensure continued value and compliance. A Re Opening Notice will be published detailing the scope of services, eligibility criteria, submission deadlines and evaluation methodology. The following types of Suppliers can apply/re-apply: -New suppliers not previously included -Previously unsuccessful suppliers -Existing suppliers seeking to expand or revise their offering Suppliers meeting the criteria will be added to the Framework and become eligible for selection in Direct Awards or Mini Competitions
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Neutral Vendor
Description
The Contracting Authority is seeking a Neutral Vendor to deliver managed recruitment services for supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary staffing needs. The appointed Supplier will take full responsibility for meeting the Contracting Authority's workforce requirements. As a Neutral Vendor, the Supplier will not directly supply workers from its own organisation and may only source up to 20% of workers through affiliated businesses. All other staffing requirements must be fulfilled via an approved and accredited supply chain. The Supplier will manage the provision of staff for: • Temporary assignments via employment businesses • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier may establish and manage a talent pool on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Workers sourced through this pool may be employed either by the Employment Business or directly by the Contracting Authority. The Contracting Authority will enter into a contract with the Neutral Vendor, who will be fully responsible for the performance and compliance of its supply chain. All supply agencies within the Suppliers supply chain must hold certification from an approved Accreditation Body. The Supplier managing the supply chain is responsible for ensuring that all participating Suppliers are appropriately accredited and ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including but not limited to the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR), IR35, and National Minimum Wage. The Supplier is expected to remain informed of changes in recruitment practices, market conditions, and applicable policies and legislation. Any such changes must be communicated promptly to the Contracting Authority, with necessary updates made to operational processes and procedures.
Status
planned
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
153,000,000
Amount
127,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Starts
21 Jan 2027, 00:00
Ends
31 Jan 2030, 23:59
Max Extent Date
31 Jan 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
The Contracting Authority intends to operate the Framework for a maximum duration of eight (8) years, with the intention to re-open the Framework on an annual basis to allow for the inclusion of new suppliers and ensure continued value and compliance. A Re Opening Notice will be published detailing the scope of services, eligibility criteria, submission deadlines and evaluation methodology. The following types of Suppliers can apply/re-apply: -New suppliers not previously included -Previously unsuccessful suppliers -Existing suppliers seeking to expand or revise their offering Suppliers meeting the criteria will be added to the Framework and become eligible for selection in Direct Awards or Mini Competitions

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
79000000
Description
Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Delivery locations

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

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
79000000
Description
Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Delivery locations

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

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
79000000
Description
Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
082362-2026
Document Type
plannedProcurementNotice
Notice Type
UK3
Description
Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
Published
28 Aug 2026, 16:44
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
HEART ACADEMIES TRUST
Id
GB-COH-06969741

Identifier

Scheme
GB-COH
Id
06969741

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PVCR-6312-NPXW

Address

Street Address
Bedford Academy
Locality
Bedford
Postal Code
MK42 9TR
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKH24

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

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

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Bedford · UKH24 · MK42 9TR · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

3 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

3 VERSIONS
  1. 082342-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 082345-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 082362-2026Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ·