Tender

The Growth Company - Greater Manchester ESF NEETs and Youth Employment Programme (Lot 2 - 18-24)

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

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14 Sep 2021 at 16:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The Growth Company Limited has released a tender titled "The Growth Company - Greater Manchester ESF NEETs and Youth Employment Programme (Lot 2 - 18-24)" for engaging and supporting young people aged 18-24 in Greater Manchester. This procurement, classified under career guidance and education and training services, is currently at the active tender stage. The tender period runs until 23rd September 2021, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 31st January 2022, concluding on 30th September 2023. The procurement method is characterised as an Open Expression of Interest (non OJEU), with a total estimated value of £5,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training, employment support, and youth engagement, particularly those with experience in tailoring programmes to NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) individuals. Companies that can demonstrate a successful track record of working with young people in Greater Manchester, offering innovative solutions and high-quality information, advice, and guidance (IAG) are well-positioned to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may bring valuable insights and tailored approaches to effectively meet the needs of the target demographic.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Growth Company - Greater Manchester ESF NEETs and Youth Employment Programme (Lot 2 - 18-24)

Notice Description

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority have released a tender for the ESF NEET And YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMME. The Growth Company (GC) anticipate bidding Lot 2 - Engaging and supporting young people aged 18-24 years into further education, training or employment in Greater Manchester (GM). As a Prime Contractor, GC are looking for providers who can deliver bespoke support and training for the young people who are 18-24 NEET or at risk of NEET (including unemployed and economically inactive). This tender specification outlines the information that GC requires to determine the capacity and capability of organisations to deliver the service. We are interested in applications from those organisations who can: * Demonstrate an existing track record of successfully engaging and delivering to 18-24-year-olds in GM * Have experience and track record of delivering high quality IAG, support to NEET learners to overcome various barriers. * Can offer innovative interventions and specific support to overcome barriers Following this Expression of Interest exercise, successful providers will be asked to provide further information including due diligence should GC be successful in our bid to GMCA.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/776116fd-5f1b-4b9e-a749-cc221368f64b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Open Expression of Interest (non OJEU)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79634000 - Career guidance services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2022 - 30 Sep 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 5JW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

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