PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES

A Tender Notice
by NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
4 year
Value
£26M-£26M
Sector
PROFESSIONAL
Published
01 May 2026
Delivery
01 Jul 2026 to 31 May 2030
Deadline
02 Jun 2026 11:00

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Location

North Northamptonshire:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

Description

This Provision of education support services to children and young people aged 0 to 25 in North Northamptonshire Council. The procurement is structured into five distinct service categories, referred to as 'lots', each representing a different type of support service as outlined below: Lot 1 Educational Psychology Lot 2 Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) Lot 3 Occupational and Sensory Therapy Lot 4 Tuition Lot 5 Alternative Provision

Lot Division

1 Provision of Educational Psychology
  • Value: £2M

The Provision of Educational Psychologists (EPs) who hold Master's (MSc) or Doctorate degree in Educational Psychology and are actively registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

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2 Provision of Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT)
  • Value: £280K

The Provision of Speech and Language Therapists (SaLTs) who hold a minimum qualification of a BSc or Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Speech and Language Therapy. Therapists may also hold MSc or Doctorate-level qualifications.

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3 The Provision of Occupational and/or Sensory Therapists
  • Value: £280K

The Provision of Occupational and/or Sensory Therapists hold a minimum qualification of a BSc or Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Occupational and/or Sensory Therapy. Therapists may also hold MSc or Doctorate-level qualifications. All therapists must maintain active registration with both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) for the entire duration of their work under this contract.

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4 The provision of Tutors
  • Value: £6M

The provision of tutors who hold a relevant degree-level qualification as a minimum standard. Tutors should also have sufficient experience to effectively support the learning of children and young people. While Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) remains desirable, it is not mandatory; however, tutors must demonstrate strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver high-quality, tailored educational support. All tutors registering on the open framework must have and be able to evidence one or more of the following:

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5 The provision of Alternative provision
  • Value: £17M

The provision of Alternative provision, delivered by well-trained, experienced staff who have undergone all necessary safeguarding checks. Provision should have clearly defined objectives that support both personal development and academic/ vocational achievement. Where the intervention is part-time or temporary, it must align with the pupil's existing curriculum, timetable, and qualification pathway to minimise disruption. Pupils attending part-time off-site provision may also attend mainstream school or other education on the days they are not in alternative provision.

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CPV Codes

  • 80000000 - Education and training services

Indicators

  • This is a recurring contract.

Other Information

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Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-060772
  • FTS 040481-2026

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