The Award of Merton Adult Learning Main Adult Learning Contract
May 18, 2026 Executive Director of Children, Lifelong Learning and Families (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Executive Director of Children, Lifelong Learning and Families approved the award of the Merton Adult Learning Main Service contract on 18/05/2026. The decision approved the award of the contract to the winning bidder. The contract includes social value offers such as employment opportunities for Merton residents, initiatives to reduce the gender pay gap, community engagement, and resources for green spaces.
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Purpose
Merton Adult Learning undertook preliminary market engagement, and an open procurement process under the Procurement Act, to procure a new contract from academic year 26/27. There were a considerable number of activities undertaken to secure a provider to deliver the learning programmes when the current contract expires on 31/07/2026. The new contract will start on the 1st of August 2026. It should be noted that the style of delivery and the community the current provision offers, provides a highly effective culture within the college and for Merton Residents. This report awards the contract to the winning bidder.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 18 May 2026 |
| Effective from | 22 May 2026 |
| Expected date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Originally due | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Lead officer | Amy Dumitrescu |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |