Invite to Tender
Programme Management and Organisational Growth Support
Invitation to Tender for Programme Management
Overview
Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Trust (PFCMAT) is seeking proposals from suitably qualified consultants and consultancy firms to support the Trust’s programme of growth, academy conversions and central service expansion.
The Trust is undertaking a significant growth programme as part of the Archdiocese strategy. The programme includes academy conversions, onboarding of schools and expansion of central services.
Please download the Invitation to Tender document for the full breakdown of requirements and how to submit a tender.
Scope of Services
The successful provider will support:
- Programme Management
- Academy Conversion Programme Management
- School Improvement Growth
- Finance Function Development
- Estates and Capital Development
- Payroll Services Expansion
- Administration Services Development
- Data and MIS Services
- Marketing and Communications
- Admissions Services
- Governance and Compliance
- Organisational Design and Workforce Planning
Outcomes Required
The Trust requires a partner capable of delivering sustainable growth, effective governance, scalable central services, robust programme management and successful academy conversions.
Tender Response Requirements
Tenderers must provide:
- Organisation profile
- Relevant experience
- Methodology
- Proposed team structure
- Implementation plan
- Pricing schedule
- Two references
- Relevant case studies
Procurement Timetable
| Activity | Date |
| Issue of Tender | 05 June 2026 |
| Clarification Questions Deadline | 15 June 2026 |
| Tender Return Deadline | 26 June 2026 |
| Evaluation and Interviews | 03 July 2026 |
| Appointment | 10 July 2026 |

0151 332 7000
info@pfcmat.org