Framework to provide Supply Agency Staff Services

What the buyer is asking for

This is the reopening of Framework to Provide Supply Agency Staff Services - ocds-h6vhtk-05abb2 HEART Academies Trust is establishing a multi lotted Framework Agreement to support the recruitment of temporary, permanent, and fixed-term teaching and non-teaching staff across educational settings in the UK. This includes but is not limited to schools, colleges, nurseries, pupil referral units, and children's centres. The Framework is designed to provide participating Contracting Authorities with a fair, transparent, and cost-effective solution for engaging supply staff. The Contracting Authority intends to operate the Framework for a maximum duration of seven (7) years, with the intention to re-open the Framework on an annual basis to allow for the inclusion of new suppliers and ensure continued value and compliance. A Re-Opening Notice will be published detailing the scope of services, eligibility criteria, submission deadlines and evaluation methodology.- The following types of Suppliers can apply/re-apply o New suppliers not previously included o Previously unsuccessful suppliers o Existing suppliers seeking to expand or revise their offering Suppliers meeting the criteria will be added to the Framework and become eligible for selection in Direct Awards or Mini Competitions. Whilst all lots include the option for the Customer to access permanent recruitment, the expectation is that this will be minimal therefore this Tender is primarily focused on supply teachers, education support staff and other temporary staffing services.

How this is scored

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• 50%qualityQuality questions
• 10%qualitySocial Value
• 40%pricePrice

What you must already have

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• economic

  Lot 1. Direct Provision Lot 2. Master Vendor Lot 3. Neutral Vendor As defined within the tender pack

• technical

  Lot 1. Direct Provision Lot 2. Master Vendor Lot 3. Neutral Vendor As defined within the tender pack

3 lots

You can usually bid for one lot without bidding for all of them.

• Direct Provision£425m

  The appointed Supplier will be responsible for delivering recruitment services for the provision of supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary and permanent staffing requirements. This will include: • Temporary assignments via employment agencies • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier must remain informed of developments within the recruitment sector, including changes in policy, legislation, and best practice. Ongoing compliance with relevant regulations-such as the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR), IR35, and National Minimum Wage-is essential. Additionally, the Supplier is required to hold and maintain certification from a recognised Accreditation Body and ensure that any regulatory or market changes are promptly communicated to the Contracting Authority. Where necessary, appropriate adjustments mu

• Master Vendor£298m

  Managed service requirements of supply teachers, education support staff and other temporary, fixed term or permanent staffing services. The Contracting Authority is seeking a Managed Service Provider (MSP) to deliver comprehensive recruitment services that meet its workforce requirements. This includes the sourcing, engagement, and administration of supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary, fixed term or permanent personnel through standardised processes and the effective use of technology. The appointed Master Vendor will be solely responsible for delivering recruitment services and managing the entire supply chain. This includes: • Temporary assignments via employment agencies • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier may fulfil staffing requirements directly from its own resource pool and may also

• Neutral Vendor£128m

  The Contracting Authority is seeking a Neutral Vendor to deliver managed recruitment services for supply teachers, education support staff, and other temporary staffing needs. The appointed Supplier will take full responsibility for meeting the Contracting Authority's workforce requirements. As a Neutral Vendor, the Supplier will not directly supply workers from its own organisation and may only source up to 20% of workers through affiliated businesses. All other staffing requirements must be fulfilled via an approved and accredited supply chain. The Supplier will manage the provision of staff for: • Temporary assignments via employment businesses • Fixed-term employment via employment agencies • Permanent employment via employment agencies The Supplier may establish and manage a talent pool on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Workers sourced through this pool may be employed either

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Timeline

4 published dates · Europe/London

1. Tender notice published7 days ago

   30 Oct 2026, 11:42 GMT
2. Clarification questions byin 7 days

   13 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
3. Submission deadlinein 21 days

   27 Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT
4. Award decision expected byin 77 days

   22 Jan 2027, 23:59 GMT

Commercial outcome and contract awards

Nothing awarded yet

Notice history

4 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender

1. Pipeline or early engagement notice28 Aug 2026, 16:20 BST082342-2026
2. Notice published28 Aug 2026, 16:22 BST082345-2026
3. Pipeline or early engagement notice28 Aug 2026, 16:44 BST082362-2026
4. Tender notice30 Oct 2026, 11:42 GMT103118-2026

Documents

• Registering for access: This procurement will be managed electronically via the eSourcing suite, Cimple. This will be the route for sharing all information and communicating with bidders. If you have recently registered on Cimple for another HEART procurement you can use the same account for this new procurement. If not, you will first need to register your organisation on the portal. Use the following link for information on how register and use the eSourcing tool: https://cimple.uk/login?intendedUrl=/list/all and click sign up. For assistance please contact the Cimple Help desk Email: support@cimple.uk Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM Contact form: https://cimple.uk/contact
• Tender notice on Find a Tender