Published date: 14 August 2025

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 5 September 2025, 4pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Education and training services - 80000000

Location of contract

North West

Value of contract

£0 to £300,000

Procurement reference

MT235266

Published date

14 August 2025

Closing date

5 September 2025

Closing time

4pm

Contract start date

1 September 2026

Contract end date

31 August 2028

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

1. Introduction
Purpose of the Specification
This specification sets out the requirements for the delivery and operation of an on-site Alternative Provision (AP) at The East Manchester Academy, to be managed by an external provider. The aim is to support pupils at risk of exclusion or those who require a more tailored educational environment to re-engage with learning and improve outcomes.
Background
The East Manchester Academy (TEMA) is a mainstream secondary school with approximately 1050 pupils, located in Beswick, Manchester. We are committed to inclusion and early intervention to support all learners. The school has identified a need for a dedicated on-site AP to cater for up to 20 pupils who struggle to access mainstream education.
2. Scope of Requirements
Service Description
We require an experienced, suitably qualified provider to design, deliver, and manage an on-site alternative provision. This will involve:
Providing structured education, pastoral care, and behaviour support for up to 20 pupils aged 11-16.
Operating during standard school hours and term times.
Collaborating with school staff and external agencies as appropriate.
Core Requirements
The provider must:
Deliver a curriculum aligned with the national curriculum (including English, Maths, and PSHE). This will be delivered by existing TEMA staff as part of their normal timetable.
Support behaviour improvement, attendance, and pupil well-being.
Provide staff trained in trauma-informed approaches and behaviour management.
Offer tailored interventions and reintegration support where appropriate.
Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection in line with school policies.
Facilities
The provision will be located in the existing footprint of the school, provisionally using the SIBCAS units that currently house RESET. The provider is expected to fully/staff and furnish the space/provide learning resources and equipment.

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How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Patrick Hobbs

Address

60 Grey Mare Lane
Beswick
Manchester
M11 3DS
England

Telephone

+44 1612308039

Email

p.hobbs@temac.co.uk

Website

https://www.theeastmanchesteracademy.co.uk/