Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College is committed to ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted in a fair, transparent and competitive manner, delivering value for money while supporting the College’s strategic objectives.
This page provides details of current tender opportunities where the College is seeking suppliers, contractors or service providers to submit proposals.
Current Opportunities
MFD and print room tender JCC have advertised an opportunity to provide a range of MFD devices across the College from October 2026 onwards. Any organisation who wishes to take part in this procurement should follow the link below where all the first stage documents and more information are available.
Working with Joseph Chamberlain College
We welcome expressions of interest from organisations that share our commitment to quality, innovation and excellent service. Our procurement processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities for all suppliers and to comply with relevant procurement regulations and College policies.
Tender opportunities may include, but are not limited to:
- Building and maintenance services
- IT equipment and software
- Professional and consultancy services
- Marketing and creative services
- Catering and hospitality
- Learning resources and educational equipment
- Facilities management
- Print and promotional materials
Submission Guidance
Each tender opportunity includes all the information you need to prepare and submit your proposal successfully.
Every tender includes a comprehensive specification outlining the scope of work, required deliverables, expected standards, and any technical or operational requirements. Suppliers should ensure they fully understand the specification before preparing a submission.
This section outlines any mandatory criteria that suppliers must meet in order to be considered. This may include relevant experience, professional accreditations, insurance requirements, financial standing, or other qualifications.
Detailed guidance is provided on how and where to submit your tender, including the required format, supporting documentation, and submission method. Please follow these instructions carefully, as incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications may not be considered.
All tenders are assessed using clear and transparent evaluation criteria. This section explains how submissions will be scored, including factors such as quality, value for money, technical capability, experience, and social value where applicable.
Important milestones for each tender opportunity are clearly listed, including the publication date, clarification period, submission deadline, evaluation period, and anticipated contract award date. Please ensure your submission is received before the stated deadline, as late submissions may not be accepted.
If you have any questions regarding a live tender, please use the contact details provided within the tender documentation. Enquiries submitted outside of the specified process or after the clarification deadline may not receive a response.
Procurement Principles
The College is committed to:
- Fair and transparent procurement practices
- Value for money
- Equal treatment of suppliers
- Sustainability and social value
- Compliance with all relevant legislation and procurement regulations