Building Equal Access to Chess in Schools Tender - 138297153

Procurement Summary

Country: United Kingdom

Summary: Building Equal Access to Chess in Schools

Deadline: 20 Apr 2026

Posting Date: 23 Mar 2026

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 138297153

Document Ref. No.: project_10185

Competition: ICB

Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

Tender Value: GBP 750000

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Project Description: Launch of “Building Equal Access to Chess in Schools” Programme (2026-2029) The Department for Education (DfE) is pleased to announce the forthcoming procurement of a national delivery partner for the new Building Equal Access to Chess in Schools programme. This initiative will run from April 2026 to March 2029, with a total contract value of £750, 000 over the initial three-year term, and the potential for a one‑year extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance. The programme will support mainstream primary and secondary schools, special schools, and alternative provision settings to establish or expand high‑quality chess provision, with a strong focus on improving access for disadvantaged pupils, girls, and pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Programme Aims The supplier will deliver a national support model that will: Increase participation in chess among pupils who are least likely to access enrichment opportunities, including those eligible for Free School Meals, girls, and pupils with SEND. Establish regular chess provision in participating schools, delivered at least once every two weeks during term time. Co-develop tailored delivery and inclusion plans with each school, ensuring provision is responsive to the needs of individual schools and priority pupil groups. Supply durable and accessible chess resources, including adaptive equipment for SEND pupils. Build capacity within schools through staff training and pupil leadership development, enabling provision to be sustained beyond the contract, Facilitate participation in chess competitions for all schools during their active year. For full details and how to bid, please express your interest in this contract opportunity
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Procurement Route: Procurement Act – Open

Listing Deadline: 20/04/2026 12:00

Contract Start Date: 11/06/2026

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