The Provision of Opportunities to Improve Attainment and Engage Vulnerable Children and Young People in Education Contract Awards

Staffordshire County Council has concluded a procurement process for the "Provision of Opportunities to Improve Attainment and Engage Vulnerable Children and Young People in Education" within the West Midlands region, United Kingdom. This procurement, classified under "Education and training services" with CPV code 80000000, utilises a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). Notably, the DPS facilitates electronic submissions via the Proactis eSourcing solution.

The most recent award, under the contract reference IA1256 (Year 7, Quarter 3), was published on 28th July 2025, with the contract period spanning from March to May 2025. The contract value for this award is set at £4,608. Various lots include full and part-time alternative provisions, tutoring, and complementary provisions.

The process is managed through selective procurement methods with an emphasis on participation from SMEs and VCSE organisations. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses adept in delivering educational and social work services, particularly those with expertise in supporting vulnerable groups. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to engage, given the Council's emphasis on these sectors.

Businesses capable of providing bespoke educational services and alternative education provisions, such as tutoring or full-time alternative educational services, would find this tender appealing. Collaborative ventures focusing on innovative educational strategies would be well-positioned to leverage this opportunity, backed by the structured and supportive framework of Staffordshire's DPS system.