CBC-2107-RFI-SK Alternative Education Framework re-commission (Request for Information)

Pre-Market Engagement Notice – Alternative Education and Provision Framework

Alternative Education and Provision Tender

Central Bedfordshire Council and Bedford Borough Council are developing a new Alternative Education and Provision Framework, which is intended to commence on 1 September 2027.

We are aiming to open the procurement opportunity for applications in November 2026 and would like to invite interested providers to attend a Pre-Market Engagement Event via Microsoft Teams on:

Date: Tuesday 27 October 2026

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

The session will provide an opportunity for providers to learn more about the proposed framework, understand the councils' requirements, and ask questions ahead of the procurement process.

Agenda

Defining Alternative Education and Provision

Our Aims and Analysis

Contract Monitoring

Quality Assurance

Procurement Process

Social Value

Tender Timelines

Questions and Close

If you would like to attend, or have any queries regarding the event, please contact:

ChildrensCommissioningEnquiries@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

We look forward to engaging with providers and welcoming your feedback as we develop the new framework.