Delivering the Best Start in Life - Implementation Partner
A Addendum Notice
by DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
- Source
- Find a Tender
- Type
- Contract (Services)
- Duration
- 28 month
- Value
- £3M
- Sector
- PROFESSIONAL
- Published
- 09 Jul 2026
- Delivery
- 02 Nov 2026 to 02 Mar 2029
- Deadline
- 11 Aug 2026 11:00
Related Terms
Location
North East England:
1 buyer
- Department for Education London
Description
The Department for Education (DfE) is issuing this Tender Notice to invite potential suppliers to bid for the role of Implementation Partner supporting local authorities to deliver the Best Start in Life (BSiL) programme. This procurement seeks to an Implementation Partner with the vision and capability to support Local Authorities to deliver transformation of family support services. The successful Implementation Partner will play a pivotal role in supporting Local Authorities to but not limited to: 1. Lead System Reform and Drive Ambitious Local Action 2. Deliver Consistent, High Quality BSiL and Best Start Family Hub Services 3. Build Sustainable Capability, Learning and Innovation Across the Sector 4. Provide Flexible, Responsive Support Aligned with a Changing Landscape
Renewal Options
There is potential to extend the contract by up to two additional 12-month periods (1+1 years), subject to agreement and the terms of the contract. Any decision to extend the contract will be subject to affordability, government priorities, and policies.
Award Criteria
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CPV Codes
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Indicators
- Renewals are available.
Other Information
The Implementation Partner(s) must demonstrate the infrastructure, agility, and expertise to respond at pace, enabling local authorities to maintain momentum in delivering the ambitions of the Best Start in Life programme. Detailed information and full documentation is available to download by registering for the opportunity itt_4017 on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal https://education.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **
Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-060d7c
- FTS 064495-2026