Tender Tender for the provision of an English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) service Herefordshire Council
Description
Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified provider to deliver an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) service for eligible adults resettling in Herefordshire.
Total value (estimated)
- £495,000 excluding VAT
- £594,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2029
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
At the discretion of the Council the contract may be extended for up to an additional 12 months.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80580000 – Provision of language courses
Contract locations
- UKG11 – Herefordshire, County of
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
8 June 2026, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
15 June 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please visit www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk to access the tender documents.
You will need to register in order to access the documents and submit a tender response.
All communication with Herefordshire Council regarding this tender must be via the messaging system on www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
48% Quality questions
12% Social Value
40% Price
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold – open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Herefordshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDTG-2978-LHCN
Herefordshire Council, Plough Lane
Hereford
HR4 0LE
United Kingdom
Region: UKG11 – Herefordshire, County of
Organisation type: Public authority – sub-central government
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