Tender

The Supply of IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Berkshire and Hampshire

FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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25 Sep 2025 at 15:40

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Summary of the contracting process

FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED is leading a procurement process titled "The Supply of IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Berkshire and Hampshire" targeting the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender focuses on training programme services within the goods category and employs an open procedure for procurement. The process is currently in the tender amendment stage, having been last updated on 26th September 2025. Key dates include the tender period ending on 3rd October 2025 and the contract period running from 12th January 2026 to 11th January 2029. Interested parties are encouraged to review the requirements and propose collaborations, as Fedcap seeks to enhance local community integration through tailored service partnerships.

This procurement presents comprehensive business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations experienced in supported employment delivery models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). Businesses with local insights and connections in health, social care, and community organisations in Berkshire and Hampshire stand to benefit as they can leverage their expertise and relationships to deliver tailored employment services. The open procedure and the preference for involvement with SMEs and VCSEs suggest an inclusive and supportive environment for smaller and community-focused businesses aiming to expand their service delivery footprint in these regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Supply of IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Berkshire and Hampshire

Notice Description

Connect to Work aims to address 'Hidden Unemployment' through a collaborative, locally driven approach, helping local communities to unlock their potential and contribute to both local and national growth. Quality employment is known to positively impact physical and mental health, providing income, social interaction, and a sense of purpose. Fedcap will seek to submit tenders and are looking for potential delivery partners to be named in our submissions. Our approach is to embrace local capacity to deliver IPS and/or SEQF services to eligible residents and we seek partners who can bring: 1. Understanding and experience of supported employment delivery models including Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and/or Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) 2. Local knowledge, insight and relationships, evidenced through integrated delivery/partnership with health services, social care and community/faith-based organisations Interested organisations should complete the below Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding working with us on this opportunity. Please note that it will be likely that we will partner with different organisations in each of the county areas, reflecting the unique and differing needs of people living in Berkshire and Hampshire

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-26bc8646-7218-4ba4-b371-ade0528fcbe0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f494aece-eba6-4ab7-8fc4-4de0c1d80c95
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80521000 - Training programme services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 11 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKTON-ON-TEES
Postcode
TS17 6EX
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

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