CA17886 - Subcontract delivery for 2026_2027

What this is

NCS is requesting tenders from suppliers for subcontract delivery of education and training services in the Swindon area for the 2026/27 academic year. The contract covers five lots: Adult Skills Fund programmes, Tailored Learning, Apprenticeships, 16-18 Provision, and Higher Education, with a total estimated value of £2.67 million gross income over the fixed term from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027.

Key points

• Contract covers five education/training lots (ASF programmes, Tailored Learning, Apprenticeships, 16-18 Provision, Higher Education) for 2026/27 academic year (1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027)
• Estimated total value £2.67 million gross income; multiple awards possible where best value achieved
• All learners must reside within 60 miles of Swindon; face-to-face and distance learning both considered
• Tenderers may apply for one or all five lots according to their technical capability and capacity
• Submission via online portal (https://suppliers.multiquote.com); supplier registration required; reference CA17886
• Spend details are indicative only; award subject to criteria in guidance; NCS retains right to apply subcontract strategy

Who can bid

Registered suppliers can access the tender via https://suppliers.multiquote.com (opportunity CA17886). Unregistered suppliers must register first. Tenderers may apply for one or all five lots based on their technical capability and capacity.

How it is scored

Most advantageous tender(s) (MAT) will be selected; NCS reserves the right to make multiple awards where best value is achieved and in accordance with NCS subcontract strategy.

Money

Estimated gross income value: £2.67 million over the 2026/27 academic year. Spend details are indicative only; award of funding is subject to criteria detailed in the guidance.

How to submit

Online submission via https://suppliers.multiquote.com portal. Supplier registration required; reference opportunity CA17886.

Clarifications

Queries to be directed to MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Contract period

Fixed-term contract from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027 (one academic year).

Classification

CPV 80000000 — Education and training services South WestSwindon, England