Official UK procurement notice
Flexible Framework for the Provision of Education Services
Authority: North Lanarkshire Council (Local council)
What is being bought12 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionNorth Lanarkshire Council (the "Council") proposes to establish a Flexible Framework Agreement for the Provision of Education Services.
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The Agreement is anticipated to commence in May 2027 for a period of 48 months (4 years).
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The maximum value of the Agreement is 16,000,000 GPB.
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Establishing this Agreement will continue the provision of a Flexible Framework for services that support the priorities and objectives of the Education and Families Service. The first generation of this Framework Agreement was established in December 2018, primarily to support activity funded through the Scottish Attainment Challenge (SAC) and Pupil Equity Funding (PEF). This Flexible Framework Agreement builds on that established approach, providing schools and the wider service with continued access to a flexible range of external services.
- How the procedure runs: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2015/446/part/2/chapter/3/crossheading/social-and-other-specific-services
CPV: Education and training services
Lots and requirements (12)Procurement structure
12 lots · no lot values publishedLot #1Activity Based Learning
Services delivered through this Lot should support the principles of Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), The Promise, children’s rights-based practice, inclusive education, health and wellbeing, equity, and the ongoing commitment to reducing the poverty- related attainment gap.
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This Lot is to provide a service which engages and encourages pupils to learn and develop through participation in a range of learning activities and experiences which may include, but are not limited to, outdoor learning, sport, creative arts, STEM activities, environmental education, youth leadership programmes, mentoring, employability activities, digital learning and social activities. Activities should respond to identified needs and contribute to agreed outcomes aimed at raising attainment and/or achievement and closing the poverty-related attainment gap.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #2Counselling
This Lot is to provide a counselling service that is universal and should be available to all secondary school pupils and primary, ASN school pupils aged 10 and over. This will complement the range of whole-school and targeted approaches already available in schools to help support the mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing of children and young people.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response document. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #3Community Engagement
Services delivered through this Lot should support approaches which strengthen relationships between children and young people, families, educational establishments and local communities, helping to reduce barriers to participation and learning.
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This Lot is to provide a service which engages and encourages pupils to learn and develop through participation in a range of learning activities and experiences which may include, but are not limited to, outdoor learning, sport and social activities; all aimed at raising attainment or achievement and closing the poverty related attainment gap.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #4Mentoring, Support and Advice Services
Services delivered through this Lot may provide targeted support to children and young people, and where appropriate their families, to help address barriers to participation, wellbeing, attainment and achievement.
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This Lot is to deliver mentoring, support and/or advice services which help children and young people develop confidence, resilience, learning skills, wellbeing and their ability to engage positively with education. Provision may include, but is not limited to, coaching, youth work, mentoring, group and/or one-to-one support, resilience-building, speech and language support, mediation, support for positive mental wellbeing and other appropriate intervention.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #5Pupil Workshops
Services delivered through this Lot should support the principles of Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), The Promise, children’s rights-based practice, inclusive education, health and wellbeing, equity, and the ongoing commitment to reducing the poverty-related attainment gap.
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This Lot is to provide workshops which engage children and young people in a particular subject, activity or project through discussion, performance, participation or other appropriate learning approaches. Workshops may include, but are not limited to, mindfulness, yoga, confidence building, resilience, emotional wellbeing, mental health awareness, nutrition, diversity and inclusion, anti-bullying, online safety, digital wellbeing, leadership, employability, skills for learning, life and work, climate education, outdoor learning, physical activity and health and wellbeing.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #6Educational Leadership (Staff)
Services delivered through this Lot should support career-long professional learning and help develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and leadership capacity of teachers, support staff and other relevant education professionals.
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This Lot will provide leadership development services which support teachers, support staff and other relevant education professionals to develop their leadership knowledge, skills, confidence and practice.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #7Leadership for Pupils
Services delivered through this Lot should support children and young people to take on leadership roles, work effectively with others, contribute positively to school and community life and develop skills which support learning, wellbeing and future pathways.
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This Lot is to provide activities and programmes which develop leadership, teamwork, communication, confidence and related personal skills in children and young people of all ages and abilities.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #8Educational Assessments
Services delivered through this Lot should support establishments to assess, understand and respond to learner needs through the provision of appropriate assessment materials, tools, analysis and related professional support.
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This Lot is to provide educational assessment materials, tools and/or related services primarily in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and Health and Wellbeing. Provision may include, but is not limited to, standardised assessments, diagnostic assessments and screening tools.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response document. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #9Research & Improvement Consultancy
Services delivered through this Lot should support the Council and its establishments to better understand performance, identify areas for improvement, evaluate interventions and inform future planning and decision-making.
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This Lot is to provide research, evaluation, data analysis and/or improvement consultancy services which support the Council and its establishments to understand performance, identify areas for development and inform improvement activity.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #10Developing the Young Workforce
Services delivered through this Lot should support establishments to provide meaningful opportunities for children and young people to develop employability skills, understand future pathways and engage with the world of work.
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This Lot is to provide services which support children and young people to develop skills for learning, life and work and improve their awareness of future education, training and employment pathways.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #11Curriculum and Pedagogy
Services delivered through this Lot should support the principles of Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), The Promise, children’s rights-based practice, inclusive education, health and wellbeing, equity, and the ongoing commitment to reducing the poverty-related attainment gap.
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This Lot is to deliver specialist curriculum and/or pedagogical support which may include, but is not limited to:
- Curriculum design, review and implementation support.
- Learning, teaching and assessment development.
- Professional learning programmes for teaching and support staff.
- Coaching, mentoring and instructional coaching models.
- Pedagogical research and evidence-informed practice.
- Assessment and moderation support.
- Literacy, numeracy and health and wellbeing improvement programmes.
- Digital learning and digital pedagogy development.
- Inclusive practice and strategies to support diverse learner needs.
- Learning and teaching approaches to improve engagement, motivation and participation.
- Support for curriculum innovation, interdisciplinary learning and skills development.
- Support for leadership of learning at classroom, middle leadership and senior leadership levels.
- Development of practitioner enquiry and self-evaluation approaches.
- Subject-specific curriculum development and specialist pedagogical support.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
Lot #12Community Mental Health and Wellbeing for Children, Young People and Families
Services delivered through this Lot will build and develop local capacity and draw upon existing interventions, resources and community-based programmes to strengthen local support based on the needs and aspirations of children, young people and families and will complement existing Council, education, health, community and third-sector services.
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The services delivered should complement and contribute to wider whole-school, whole-family and/or community approaches to mental health and wellbeing where relevant to the nature of the provision.
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This Lot DOES NOT commission counselling, psychotherapy, clinical assessment, diagnosis, clinical treatment or other regulated therapeutic or healthcare interventions.
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Further to this overview, a detailed specification "ITT ANNEX 1 - DETAILS OF REQUIREMENTS" for each Lot is contained within the Tender Pack which is accessible/downloadable from the Supplier Attachment area within the PCS-T Tendering System.
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General Note to tenderers – you are be able to bid for one or more lots. There are no restrictions. Please ensure you complete each Lot specific tender response. Additional information: PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE EXCLUSION GROUNDS:
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
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As stated within the Invitation to Tender ("ITT") pack. Please refer to the PCS-Tender project referenced in this Notice.
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- “Flexible Framework for the Provision of Education Services” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.
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How North Lanarkshire Council buys Education and training services (CPV 80), and who usually turns up
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1 bid3% / 10%
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7+72% / 47%
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The matcher links this notice to “Flexible Framework for Vocational and Skill Based Interventions” and “Flexible Framework for Outdoor Education Centres” and “Flexible Framework for Provision of Non Traditional Respite, North Lanarkshire” and “Flexible Framework for Outdoor Education Centres - Entry Point 3 (re-advertisement)” of this authority, but none of the 17 panel members sit in a category matching this notice.
Lot #1Activity Based LearningCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
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| £43m1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £196k1 awards in 36m · last 33 months ago | None on file | 26% below n=2 |
Lot #2CounsellingCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £43m1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £43m1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #3Community EngagementCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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Barnardo'sLarge | £168m91 awards in 36m · last this month | 30 live · £86m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | at estimate n=38 |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £196k1 awards in 36m · last 33 months ago | None on file | 26% below n=2 |
Lot #4Mentoring, Support and Advice ServicesCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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| £13m6 awards in 36m · last this month | 1 live · £4.8m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | no comparable pairs | |
Me Learning LtdLarge | £481k6 awards in 36m · last 2 months ago | 5 live · £305k iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | 47% below n=1 |
MedLed LtdSME | £48k8 awards in 36m · last 6 months ago | 8 live · £48k iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | at estimate n=8 |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 14 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #5Pupil WorkshopsCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
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| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 14 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #6Educational Leadership (Staff)CPV 80000000Estimate not published
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4–611%
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| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
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| £510k3 awards in 36m · last 5 months ago | 1 live · £125k iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | at estimate n=1 | |
| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #7Leadership for PupilsCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid2%
2–324%
4–611%
7+64%
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Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
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Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £43m1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #8Educational AssessmentsCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid1%
2–322%
4–611%
7+65%
i
Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
| £23m1 awards in 36m · last 2 months ago | None on file | 3% above n=2 | |
| £43m1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #9Research & Improvement ConsultancyCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid1%
2–316%
4–612%
7+71%
i
Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
FirstportSME | 1 awards in 36m · last 10 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #10Developing the Young WorkforceCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid1%
2–316%
4–613%
7+70%
i
Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| £43m2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
Verg LtdSME | £625k1 awards in 36m · last 21 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs | |
FirstportSME | 1 awards in 36m · last 10 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #11Curriculum and PedagogyCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid1%
2–327%
4–613%
7+59%
i
Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
Teaching PersonnelLarge | £49m31 awards in 36m · last this month | 17 live · £31m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | at estimate n=2 |
| £6.3m4 awards in 36m · last 3 months ago | 2 live · £3.1m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | 11% below n=1 | |
| £600k2 awards in 36m · last 5 months ago | 1 live · £300k iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | no comparable pairs | |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 14 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Lot #12Community Mental Health and Wellbeing for Children, Young People and FamiliesCPV 80000000Estimate not published
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How many bids this lot may attract.
The forecast uses similar past competitions. The bar shows either that forecast or past bid counts; the line below says which.
Each lot shows its own forecast based on its own category; forecasts for different lots of the same notice are not comparative.
A forecast, not a list of bidders.
1 bid1%
2–319%
4–612%
7+68%
i
Where the award price may land.
The forecast uses similar awards and the buyer’s estimate. The band covers the middle half of likely prices.
No comparable awards for this lot yet.
A statistical guide from past awards, not a price to bid.
Who has supplied this buyer on similar work? i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
i
Who has done similar work for this buyer.
Past contracts are matched by buyer, title and type of work.
A past supplier may not bid again.
Who could compete for this lot? i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
i
Who could compete for this lot?
Firms with relevant past wins. On a framework, we show firms on that agreement.
None is confirmed as a bidder.
| Supplier | Won in this category | Live contracts | Award vs estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
Barnardo'sLarge | £168m91 awards in 36m · last this month | 30 live · £86m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | at estimate n=38 |
| £297k1 awards in 36m · last 13 months ago | 1 live · £1.7m iPublic contracts this supplier still holds. Its awards whose published end date is still in the future, with their values. Many contracts publish no end date, so this is a floor, not the whole book. Unexpired says nothing about spare capacity. | 34% above n=1 | |
CognusLarge | £329k2 awards in 36m · last 7 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
Columba 1400Large | 2 awards in 36m · last this month | None on file | no comparable pairs |
| 1 awards in 36m · last 14 months ago | None on file | no comparable pairs |
About this data
- Source. Official UK public procurement notices (Find a Tender), reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0. New notices arrive through the day; the figures are rebuilt nightly.
- Two views, kept apart. The authority’s own track record and the wider market for the same kind of work sit side by side and are never mixed. Where the local picture is too thin, a figure widens to a broader market and says which one it used.
- Forecasts are labelled. The price forecast and its range, possible competitors and the match score are our estimates from past awards: not published facts, not win chances and not price advice. Official notices do not say who is bidding.
- Every figure shows what it rests on. Not every notice publishes a bid count, a value or a delivery region, so each figure carries the number of records behind it, and one built on few records is marked as such. The on a figure explains it; the counting rules are in the methodology. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record · publisher note attached- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Open admission
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use the vehicle
- Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Unspecified in notice
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 16 Oct 2026, 14:29 BST
- Last source update
- 16 Oct 2026, 14:29 BST
- Authority reference
NLC–CPT-26-052- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-098012- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-0789a3Find a Tender
- How it runs
- Performance terms
As stated within the Invitation to Tender ("ITT") pack. Please refer to the PCS-Tender project referenced in this Notice.
- Review procedure
An economic operator that suffers, or is at risk of suffering, loss or damage attributable to a breach of duty under the Public Contracts
(Scotland) Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014, may bring proceedings in the Sheriff Court or the Court of
Session.
Publisher note: The approach to this procurement is in accordance with Regulation 74 (Social and Other Specific Services) of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 32946. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: Community benefit requirements are stated within the Invitation to Tender ("ITT") pack. Please refer to the PCS-Tender project referenced in this Notice. (SC Ref:845671)
How to participate & submission route
Official notice Apply via Public Contracts Scotland- Requests to participate (first stage)
- —
- Appointment period ends
- 17 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
- Clarification deadline
- —
- Submission channel
- {"electronicSubmission"}
- Accepted languages
- en
Timeline
16 Oct 2026 → 17 Nov 2026 · 2 dates- Notice published1 day ago16 Oct 2026, 14:29 BST
- Today17 Oct 2026
- Admission / appointment period endsin 31 days · period end, not a bid countdown17 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Nothing awarded yet- Awards (0)
- No award published
- Contracts (0)
- No contract published
- Bid statistics
- No aggregate bid statistics published
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
Dispute resolution & review bodies
- Scottish CourtsReview body
Official documents & specifications
Official links; attachments are not copiedNo document links were published on the notice; the tender pack is on the portal.