LOT: 2 Skills Education Advisers - TQES (ECSC) - Re-open
Department for EducationEstimated Value
Up to £0
Deadline
6 May 2026
Published
14 April 2026
Type
services
Lots (1)
- Lot 2Skills Education Advisers - Technical and Vocational Qualifications (TVQ) of the Educational and Children's Social Care Professionals (ECSC) Framework
Eligibility & compliance
Suppliers must have successfully responded to all mandatory pre-qualification questions in the overarching ITT prior to responding to the Lot-specific requirements contained within this Invitation to Tender.
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The Department for Education is looking for suppliers to provide Skills Education Advisers who specialise in Technical and Vocational Qualifications (TVQ). These advisers will join a framework called ECSC (Educational and Children's Social Care Professionals) and help with education and training delivery. This is an open tender where multiple suppliers can be selected.
Requirements
- Must have successfully completed all mandatory pre-qualification questions in the main ITT (Invitation to Tender) document
- Must respond to all Lot-specific requirements in this tender notice
- Must be able to provide advisers with expertise in Technical and Vocational Qualifications (TVQ)
- Must meet the standards required for the ECSC Framework agreement
- Check full tender documents for additional qualifications, insurance, safeguarding checks, and accreditation requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Provide Skills Education Advisers to support Technical and Vocational Qualifications (TVQ) delivery
- Advise on TVQ curriculum, standards, and best practice
- Support educational institutions and training providers in implementing TVQ programmes
- Provide specialist guidance to schools, colleges, and training organisations on vocational education
- Specific deliverables and service levels to be detailed in the full tender documents
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'framework' agreement, not a one-off purchase — if selected, you'll be on a list the Department can call upon for work over a set period. Read the overarching ITT document carefully as it contains baseline rules all suppliers must follow.
- 2You must complete mandatory pre-qualification questions first (usually on the government's e-tendering portal, often Contracts Finder or SupplierGateway). Do not skip these — failure to answer all mandatory questions means your Lot-specific bid won't be evaluated.
- 3This is 'Lot 2' of a larger framework — other lots may exist for different specialist areas. You can bid for multiple lots if you're qualified, but each has separate requirements.
- 4The phrase 'Re-open' suggests this framework was previously established and is now accepting new suppliers. Check if there are existing terms and conditions you must match or improve upon.
- 5Look carefully in the full documents for: pricing structure (daily rates, project fees, etc.), terms of engagement, how work will be allocated, minimum/maximum volumes, and any performance metrics or KPIs.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a small training or education consultancy, this framework could generate steady work — but expect the Department to manage tight budgets and lengthy payment cycles (typically 30 days minimum). Factor this into your cash flow planning.
- Consider whether you could partner with larger education providers as a subcontractor rather than bidding alone. Lot 2 may have high qualification expectations, and a consortium bid can strengthen your chances.
- Framework agreements often include social value scoring — highlight any work you do supporting disadvantaged learners, apprenticeships, or green skills. The Department values suppliers demonstrating genuine impact beyond profit.
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Department for EducationKey Dates
Published
14 April 2026
Submission deadline
6 May 2026
Notice type
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