Planning

Welsh Government - Employability Support Programme

SERCO LIMITED

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Planning

11 Mar 2026 at 11:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is initiating the planning stage for a significant tender titled "Employability Support Programme" in Wales. This procurement process is managed by Serco Limited and aims to enhance employability among those furthest from the labour market by building skills, confidence, and wellbeing. The industry category for this tender falls under Education and Training Services. An early engagement notice was published on 11th March 2026, with the engagement end date due by 18th March 2026. Organisations are invited to respond with Expressions of Interest (EOI) via the provided online form link. The procurement method involves market engagement notice and will potentially progress to a Request for Information (RFI) stage issued through email.

This tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses in the Education and Training sector, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, seeking to expand their presence in Wales. By partnering with the Welsh Government, organisations can leverage this programme to gain access to a wider demographic requiring employability support, potentially leading to sustainable business growth. Firms with expertise in providing educational and training services are well-suited to compete for this contract, as it aligns with strategic objectives of building community capacity and fostering employment pathways. Participation in this tender allows businesses to collaborate closely with Serco Limited, ensuring engagement with governmental and societal initiatives.

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Notice Title

Welsh Government - Employability Support Programme

Notice Description

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations interested in partnering with us on the upcoming Welsh Government Employability Support Programme (ESP). This programme aims to support people who are furthest from the labour market to build skills, confidence, and wellbeing, enabling them to move into sustained, meaningful employment. Please visit the attached link to respond to this EOI before the deadline of 18th March. Once you have completed your details using the link below, Serco may decide to explore this opportunity with you further. This will take the form of an RFI which will be issued via email. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3RY2-aZFyECeKa2rL7XyXF_72PUqoEtBtSSCFYN7mm9UOE1USDNMSjEzSDVFR0YzQVBOWjdFNExSOC4u

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3cd3ada5-f311-4c85-9ba9-99b3a52b4eb6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/053a60a4-8040-48d4-973a-f1ccf1df6884
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Mar 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SERCO LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HOOK
Postcode
RG22 9UY
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

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