Tender

UKSPF Increased Inclusion / Marginalised Groups

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Jun 2024 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender titled "UKSPF Increased Inclusion / Marginalised Groups" in the services category. The procurement process is currently in the active stage, with a tender value of £95,000. The deadline for tender submission is 23rd June 2024. The contract period is scheduled to start on 8th July 2024 and end on 31st March 2025. This opportunity is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Businesses specializing in training services and education are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By focusing on increasing inclusion of marginalised groups, the contract aims to enhance employability and skills development among residents, ultimately contributing to sustained future employment in Sandwell.

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Notice Title

UKSPF Increased Inclusion / Marginalised Groups

Notice Description

The Council is looking to commission provision across the boroughs Sandwell to support unemployed and economically inactive residents to increase their skills and employability, working towards sustained future employment. This contract specifically focuses on increasing inclusion of marginalised groups within the borough. The contract will deliver alongside the Voluntary Sector and Local Authority provision. Complementary services will also focus on the improvement to health, increased inclusion and improvement to digital skills. Additional information: Complete and return the tender document via the Suppliers In-Tend Portal. To access the portal visit: - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description UK Shared Prosperity Fund - People and Skills Pillar. WMCA are the accountable body and funding is commissioned by Sandwell MBC. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c524fd80-3a66-4375-9739-d093310a238a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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