Summary of the contracting process

Croydon Council is leading a procurement process for the Connect to Work employment programme on behalf of the South London Partnership, consisting of the boroughs of Croydon, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, and Sutton. The procurement falls under the human resources management consultancy services category (CPV 79414000) and aims to support employment initiatives. The procurement is an open procedure with the tender period concluding on 17 April 2025, and contract commencement expected on 28 April 2025. The initial term of the contract is projected to last until 31 March 2028, with potential for extension based on funding availability, and the total estimated value of the contract is approximately £24 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in employment and training services, recruitment, and human resources management. The programme's long-term implementation and substantial funding from the Department of Work and Pensions could offer consistent work and potential growth for service providers. Suitable businesses would include those with experience in managing large-scale employment programmes, providing job search and placement services, and delivering impactful training and development initiatives. The requirement for electronic submission through Croydon’s e-tendering portal ensures streamlined participation for interested suppliers.

Tender

Connect to Work Croydon

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st February 2025 14:06:10 PM

Tender Deadline

17th April 2025 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

Connect to work CroydonCroydon Council wishes to appoint a Contractor to deliver the Connect to Work employment programme for the South London Partnership's (SLP). The South London Partnership is a sub-regional collaboration of five London boroughs: Croydon, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, and Sutton. Croydon Council will assume the role of lead accountable body for the design, procurement, and contract management of the programme. The Council may host a presentation session in respect of the procurement following publication of the contract notice. The purpose of the session would be to take questions from interested organisations and explain the scope and intention of the procurement. Details of any session will be communicated via the e-tendering portal to interested organisations. Participation in any session is not a requirement for future progress in the procurement.Availability of procurement document may shortly follow publication of this contract notice. The draft contract
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04e6bb

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79414000

CPV Division(s)

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

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

Buyer Name

Philip Harper-Oliver

Buyer Email

philip.harper-oliver@croydon.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

8 Mint Walk

Croydon

CR0 1EA

United Kingdom

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Connect to Work Croydon

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

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