CA17784 - Subcontract provision for 2026_27

New College Swindon

Published: May 18, 2026

Updated: May 19, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the education and training sector, with a focus on Higher Education. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 2.7 million. Proposals must be submitted before June 5, 2026.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

NCS are requesting tenders from suppliers interested in working in partnership across a number of subcontract delivery contracts within the radius of Swindon for up to £2.67m gross income over the 2026/27 academic year, with the intended outcome of selecting the most advantageous tender(s) (MAT) to deliver a fixed-term contract from 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2027. Spend details are indicative only, award of funding is subject to the criteria detailed within this Guidance, and NCS reserve the right to make multiple awards where best value can be achieved and in accordance with NCS subcontract strategy. The tender has been split into the following requirements: 1. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) Programmes (Level 2 and upwards) 2. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) Tailored Learning (any level) 3. Apprenticeships (Level 2 and upwards) 4. 16-18 Provision (Level 3 and upwards - consideration will be given to Level 2) 5. Higher Education (Level 3 and upwards) Face to face and distance learning offers will be considered however all learners must reside within 60 miles of Swindon. Includes Lots: Lot 1: 1. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) Lot 2: 2. Adult Skills Fund (ASF) - Tailored Learning Lot 3: 3. Apprenticeships Lot 4: 4. 16-18 Provision Lot 5: 5. Higher Education To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17784. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17784 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.. CPV: Education and training services (80000000). Procedure: Open procedure. Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on May 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: e0207f09-5172-4974-b16c-2dac8235ea7e. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About New College Swindon

New College Swindon has issued 16 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 7 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Governance & Public Administration, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: May 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £2,673,391 - £2,673,391. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference e0207f09-5172-4974-b16c-2dac8235ea7e when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 5, 2026. You have 17 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by New College Swindon in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.