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Published 29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Inclusive Growth (IG) Framework: Lot 1 Education Programme Delivery

Official notice

Authority: London Legacy Development Corporation (Public body)

Open framework scheme7 lotsServicesCompetitive flexible procedureAbove thresholdSME suitableVCSE suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£50,000,000envelope for 7 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 3 value updates
Submissions closed 12 Aug 2026awarded 10 Sept 2026
Awarded to A NEW DIRECTION LONDON LIMITED +13 more2 awards
Framework period 8 yrsstarts 22 Sept 2026

What is being bought7 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

London Legacy Development Corporation intends to establish the Inclusive Growth Framework, providing a flexible route to commission services that advance inclusive growth, equality, education, skills, employment, enterprise, community participation and evidence based decision making across Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, East London and the areas served by participating authorities. Framework is let for LLDC Group, wider GLA Group (OPDC, OSDC, LFB, MOPAC, MET, LONDON STADIUM), MDC's (LLDC, OSDC, OPDC) Local Boroughs, East Bank Partners & QEOP Park Partners

This Notice is for:

Lot 1: Education Programme Delivery

Suppliers appointed to this lot will design, coordinate and deliver education-focused programmes and interventions that advance inclusive growth priorities. Delivery will support school-aged children and young people to access inspiring, accessible and high-quality learning experiences linked to East Bank, the Park and wider partner ecosystems. Providers should evidence experience working with diverse young people and building meaningful partnerships with educational and cultural institutions and employers.

Typical services may include

•Curriculum-linked learning activities aligned to national curriculum frameworks.

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•Careers education programmes across creative, cultural, STEM and related sectors.

•Skills-based workshops, masterclasses and taster sessions.

•Site-based learning experiences using the Park’s assets and East Bank institutions.

•Teacher and educator professional development.

•Programme design and delivery linked to LLDC education initiatives such as East Ed.

•Participant engagement strategies for underrepresented groups.

•Development of learning resources and materials.

•Safeguarding and inclusive practice implementation.

•Delivery adaptation for different age groups, learning needs and access requirements.

•Delivery planning, timetabling and resourcing proposals.

•Monitoring of participation, engagement and learning progression.

•Proportionate reporting on outputs and outcomes.

  • How the procedure runs: The Authority will run a two-stage competitive procedure comprising a Provider Quality Questionnaire (PQQ) followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for shortlisted bidders. Stage 1 - Provider Quality Questionnaire (PQQ) Suppliers will submit their PQQ response, including all required technical evidence (ITT Submissions) for their more…chosen Lot. All technical quality will be assessed at this stage. During the SSQ clarification period, suppliers may raise queries on the draft framework documents. The Authority will undertake a full PQQ evaluation at this stage; suppliers will not be required to repeat this evidence later in the process. Shortlisting thresholds: Top ten (10) ranked suppliers per lot (with the option to include a 11th or 11th & 12th, if within 2% and scoring at least 60%). Only shortlisted suppliers will proceed to Stage 2. Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT) Shortlisted bidders will be invited to the ITT, which will focus on methodology clarification and commercial assessment. No PQQ evidence will be resubmitted; the ITT will solely build on the defined scenarios. ITT submissions will include: Lot 5: Presentation and day-rate pricing. All other Lots: Mock Case study and day-rate pricing. Suppliers may refine or update ITT materials prior to commencement of evaluation.

CPV: Business and management consultancy and related services · Business development consultancy services · Career guidance services · Community action programme · Environmental issues consultancy services · Environmental management · Research consultancy services · Vocational training services

How this framework works

From the published notice
Type
Open framework · open framework scheme (admission reopens)
Call-offs
call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
Places
up to 77 suppliers · 11 bids received (0.1 per place) · 17 appointed
Framework period
8 yrs from 22 Sept 2026
Scheme runs until
21 Sept 2034
Who may buy through it

The Framework may be accessed by the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) Group and any other contracting authority within the Greater London Authority (GLA) Group, including Mayoral Development Corporations, functional bodies, subsidiaries, joint ventures, East Bank Partners, QEOP Park Partners and MDC's local Boroughs, where such use supports related activities associated with QEOP or wider GLA programmes.

Published description of the framework

The Framework will operate as a multi supplier open framework for an overall period of eight years. New suppliers may be appointed when the Framework is reopened at the intervals specified in the procurement documents. Call off contracts will either be awarded without further competition or competition through the mechanisms established in the Framework Agreement. Prices will be determined by reference to the role based rate cards and other pricing information submitted at Framework award. At call off stage, the authority may agree a fixed price, capped price, time and materials price, outcome based price or blended pricing model, calculated using the tendered rates, agreed resource plan and the specific requirements of the assignment. Full details of the supplier selection mechanism, pricing rules, call off documentation, governance requirements and the operation of the open framework will be set out in the Invitation to Tender and Framework Agreement.

Lots and requirements (7)Procurement structure

7 lots · all with a published value · evaluation weights differ by lot

Every one of these 7 lots carries the same published figure, £10,000,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Education Programme DeliveryAwarded 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above

The source published no individual description for this lot.

Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
Authority reference
Lot 1
90710000 Environmental management90713000 Environmental issues consultancy services
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)1
  • Technical & professional ability
    Due to the Lot's requirements, DBS check will be required before Framework Agreement is signed by both parties
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Case Study (inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Scedule — 40%
Lot #2Employment and Skills Support 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Suppliers appointed to this lot will provide employment, skills and progression support aligned to LLDC’s inclusive talent objectives. Delivery will help East London residents, especially priority cohorts such as young people, economically inactive adults, and those facing barriers to employment, to access training, employment and progression opportunities linked to priority sectors including creative-cultural industries, construction, digital technology, and advanced manufacturing.
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
79634000 Career guidance services80530000 Vocational training services
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)1
  • Technical & professional ability
    Due to the Lot's requirements, DBS check will be required before Framework Agreement is signed by both parties
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • case study (Inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Schedule — 40%
Lot #3Community Engagement and Capacity Building 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Suppliers appointed to this lot will deliver community engagement, participation and capacity-building activity that strengthens local organisations, networks and community voice. Delivery will support inclusive growth by building trust, capability and resident influence in local decision-making.
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
85322000 Community action programme
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)1
  • Technical & professional ability
    Due to the Lot's requirements, DBS check will be required before Framework Agreement is signed by both parties
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Case Study (Inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Schedule — 40%
Lot #4Research and Evaluation 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Suppliers appointed to this lot will provide research, insight and evaluation services that support evidence-led decision-making, programme improvement and impact reporting across the inclusive growth portfolios, programmes or projects. The lot should focus on research, analysis, evaluation and learning
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
73210000 Research consultancy services
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Case Study (Inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Schedule — 40%
Lot #5Business Support 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Suppliers appointed to this lot will provide specialist business support for start-ups, growth-stage businesses and social enterprises operating in or entering priority growth sectors. Delivery should help founders develop sustainable, growth-oriented enterprises that contribute to East London’s inclusive economy.
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
79411100 Business development consultancy services
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Presentation (Inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Schedule — 40%
Lot #6Strategic Consultancy Services 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Suppliers appointed to this lot will provide strategic advisory services that support LLDC’s inclusive growth leadership, systems change work, organisational development and partnership strategy. This lot should be limited to high-level consultancy
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
79400000 Business and management consultancy and related services
Award criteria (2)
Quality: 60%Price: 40%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Case Study (Inc. SV) — 60%
  • Pricing Schedule — 40%
Lot #7Sustainability ServicesAwarded 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above
Specialist sustainability, environmental, climate resilience and technical advisory services. It will enable LLDC Group, East Bank Partners, GLA Group bodies and MDC's Functional bodies to commission support across a range of sustainability-related requirements, including but not limited to carbon reduction, circular economy, climate adaptation, biodiversity, green infrastructure, sustainable design, environmental management, community benefit, green skills and wider responsible procurement outcomes.
Contract period: 22 Sept 2026 — 21 Sept 2034 (8 yrs)Eligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligibleDelivery: London
90710000 Environmental management90713000 Environmental issues consultancy services
Award criteria (2)
Price: 40%Social value: 60%
Published sub-criteria (2)
  • Pricing Scedule — 40%
  • Presentation (Incl. Social Value) — 60%

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published — the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored

Lots publish different evaluation splits — there is no single procedure weighting.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Competitive flexible procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Open framework scheme
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST
Last source update
29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end — 10 Sept 2026, 23:59 BST
Authority reference
PIP-250723-01
Latest notice
Contract award notice (UK6)
Classification (CPV)
Business and management consultancy and related servicesBusiness development consultancy servicesCareer guidance servicesCommunity action programmeEnvironmental issues consultancy servicesEnvironmental managementResearch consultancy servicesVocational training services
Delivery area
London (UKI)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d863 Find a Tender
How it runs
The Authority will run a two-stage competitive procedure comprising a Provider Quality Questionnaire (PQQ) followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for shortlisted bidders. Stage 1 - Provider Quality Questionnaire (PQQ) Suppliers will submit their PQQ response, including all required technical evidence (ITT Submissions) for their chosen Lot. All technical quality will be assessed at this stage. During the SSQ more…clarification period, suppliers may raise queries on the draft framework documents. The Authority will undertake a full PQQ evaluation at this stage; suppliers will not be required to repeat this evidence later in the process. Shortlisting thresholds: Top ten (10) ranked suppliers per lot (with the option to include a 11th or 11th & 12th, if within 2% and scoring at least 60%). Only shortlisted suppliers will proceed to Stage 2. Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT) Shortlisted bidders will be invited to the ITT, which will focus on methodology clarification and commercial assessment. No PQQ evidence will be resubmitted; the ITT will solely build on the defined scenarios. ITT submissions will include: Lot 5: Presentation and day-rate pricing. All other Lots: Mock Case study and day-rate pricing. Suppliers may refine or update ITT materials prior to commencement of evaluation.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Delta eSourcing · Who buys & how to bid on Delta
Public notice page · account needed to bidElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free Select account; no DUNS asked at signup
Expression of interest (EOI)
12 Aug 2026, 11:00 BST
Appointment period ends
12 Aug 2026, 11:00 BST
Clarification deadline
3 Aug 2026, 17:00 BST
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Participation fee
success fee · N/A
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

11 published dates · Europe/London
  1. Planning notice published334 days ago
    31 Oct 2025, 16:08 GMT
  2. Market engagement308 days ago
    26 Nov 2025, 23:59 GMTPlease use this link: forms.office.com/e/b0aNUuxQT1 ↗ LLDC is not liable for any costs, fees or expenses incurred by any party participating in this market engagement exercise. LLDC cannot guarantee it will incorporate all or any feedback received into any subsequent procurement process.
  3. Next notice expected303 days ago
    1 Dec 2025, 23:59 GMT
  4. Tender notice published76 days ago
    16 Jul 2026, 13:31 BST
  5. Clarification questions by58 days ago
    3 Aug 2026, 17:00 BST
  6. Expressions of interest by50 days ago
    12 Aug 2026, 11:00 BST
  7. Admission / appointment period ends50 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    12 Aug 2026, 11:00 BST
  8. Award decision expected by20 days ago
    10 Sept 2026, 23:59 BST
  9. Contract starts9 days ago
    22 Sept 2026, 00:00 BST
  10. Assessment summaries sent6 days ago
    25 Sept 2026, 00:00 BST
  11. Latest notice published1 day ago
    29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics — not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 172 awards · see the list ↓
Bids received 1111 from SMEs
Named bidders 17published on the award notice

£10,000,000 inc. VAT is the framework's published maximum, restated by the publisher on 2 award rows. It is one ceiling, not 2 separate sums, and no share per lot is published — those rows read “ceiling above”.

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Education Programme Delivery11final-stage tenders · 20 at stage one111—

Who bid

Bidders as named on the Procurement Act 2023 award notice. “Won” means the bidder holds an award on this notice.

Notice history

14 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender · since 31 Oct 2025
  1. Contract signature expected
    9 Oct 2026, 23:59 BSTscheduled
  2. Contract award notice published
    29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BSTUK6
  3. Published value updated
    29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST
  4. Status changed to complete
    29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST
  5. Procurement method changed
    29 Sept 2026, 16:51 BST
  6. Contract signature expected
    22 Sept 2026, 23:59 BSTscheduled
  7. Contract award notice published
    10 Sept 2026, 20:39 BSTUK6
  8. Tender notice published
    20 Jul 2026, 11:57 BSTUK4
  9. Published value updated
    20 Jul 2026, 11:57 BSTwas £50,000,000
  10. Tender notice published
    16 Jul 2026, 13:31 BSTUK4
  11. Published value published: £50,000,000
    16 Jul 2026, 13:31 BST
  12. Status changed to active
    16 Jul 2026, 13:31 BST
  13. Procurement method changed
    16 Jul 2026, 13:31 BST
  14. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    31 Oct 2025, 16:08 GMTUK2
Published amendments (1)

Additional Lot due to the administrative oversight

Routine re-releases (4)
  • 2025-10: 1 release · 31 Oct 2025

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

London Legacy Development Corporation

Contracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central government GB-PPON: PRCL-4221-CWJR 05 Endeavour Square, Level 09, London, London, E20 1JN [email protected]

Framework contractors & participating bidders

17 commercial parties on the notice
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Official documents & specifications (8)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

Notices published for this procedure

  • Contract award notice awardContract award noticeUK6Contract award notice on Find a Tender
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  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
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  • Preliminary market engagement notice planningPreliminary market engagement noticeUK2Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender