Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c9c-dba4-7032-b770-9f8a0d341155/neet-english-maths awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # NEET English & Maths [Kent County Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/kent-county-council) Estimated value £50,000 Published 3 Feb 2022 Deadline Closed 17 Sept 2021 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant number of students disengaging from education. Almost all provision is currently full and there is very little available to young people becoming NEET. A high number of NEETs are experiencing mental health problems, and many are struggling to access services and education. Additional short term English and Maths sessions are required to support with missed learning opportunities due to the pandemic. - Lot 1 Support for students to improve English and Maths grades to ensure they can progress in education. This provision can be delivered in any way that suits the needs of the learners. Online delivery will be needed for most young people. Delivery should result in a recognised qualification that will support progression in education, such as functional skills. Provision should be available across the county. ### Lots 2, 3 and 4 Re-engagement for those who have become disengaged from education and services. The Covid-19 pandemic has lead to a large number of students becoming very disengaged from education. Many of them are struggling to access services and education now they are opening up again. A high number are experiencing mental health problems. We are looking for projects to re-engage these young people. They should offer: Activities should be needs lead based on an initial assessment. Motivational/confidence building support Employability/Soft skills development ### Mentoring/personal support Maths and English where required - a recognised qualification such as functional skills. Activities that will bridge the gap back into mainstream education and services. Work Experience/community activities/general positive activities Support for those experiencing mental health issues. This is an indicative list and we are open to other offers as long as the bidder can demonstrate they are effective in re-engaging NEET young people. Delivery should primarily be face to face for this client group. Programmes should be of 6-12 weeks duration with a minimum of 5 hours contact/activity time per week. We would expect a minimum of 10-15 participants per lot. If providers can offer more places, this will be taken into account when bids are judged. This aspect of provision should delivered in the following locations (1 lot per location): ### Thanet ### Sheppey Dartford/Gravesham Read full description ## CPV classification Secondary education services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/a1d89f7d-3f1b-4ca5-97ac-c2abb815af4a) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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