Planning

Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment Market Engagement

PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

25 Apr 2025 at 11:37

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Plymouth City Council is initiating a re-procurement process for the Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment programme. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, aims to support individuals with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and traumatic brain injuries in obtaining and maintaining paid employment. The primary industry category is social work and related services, located in the UKK41 region. Interested parties can attend a series of market engagement events in May 2025, with key dates including virtual sessions on the 13th and 20th of May, and an in-person meeting on the 23rd at Crownhill Court, Plymouth. The procurement process was formally approved on 22nd January 2025 and is scheduled to commence with the contract period starting on 1st October 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in social services, particularly those specialising in supported employment for individuals with disabilities. Organisations with a strong evidence-based approach and knowledge of the British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) model will be well-suited to compete, as the procurement process emphasises sustainable employment outcomes and quality service delivery. The potential for renewal and a considerable contract value of £1,763,766 indicates significant business growth potential for the right service provider. Companies well-acquainted with implementing reasonable adjustments and offering robust employer training and support are encouraged to participate in the engagement events.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment Market Engagement

Notice Description

Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement. We would like to invite you to attend the market engagement event for the Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement. Supported employment refers to the intervention offered to people with disabilities, including learning disabilities, mental health, and traumatic brain injury, to help with obtaining and maintaining paid employment. * 1pm-2pm, 13th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual) * 10am-11am, 20th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual) * 1pm-3pm, 23rd May 2025: (Crownhill Court PCC offices - Board Room 1 Behind Reception) During the sessions, we will describe our aims in terms of the contract and the procurement activity and timeframes, and provide an opportunity for questions and answers. We are striving for a service where: * A strong evidence-based approach achieves results and delivers sustainable paid employment for people with learning disabilities in the city * A clear model for measuring and delivery quality in supported employment is in place * The pathway towards paid employment is based on the British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) model and working effectively * Industry respected accreditation for service delivery has been achieved * Models of awareness training and support for employers are in place * Robust knowledge of reasonable adjustments and ability to be able to secure additional support to get a paid job if required * Strength based approaches for job seekers and employers are standard practice The formal business case to proceed with procurement was granted approval from Plymouth City Councils Cabinet on 22/01/2025. To express an interest in attending any of these sessions, please e-mail Fiona.gordon@plymouth.gov.uk in order that you can be included in the meeting register. The link to the virtual events will be sent to you prior to the event.

Planning Information

Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement. We would like to invite you to attend the market engagement event for the Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement. Supported employment refers to the intervention offered to people with disabilities, including learning disabilities, mental health, and traumatic brain injury, to help with obtaining and maintaining paid employment. • 1pm-2pm, 13th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual) • 10am-11am, 20th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual) • 1pm-3pm, 23rd May 2025: (Crownhill Court PCC offices – Board Room 1 Behind Reception) During the sessions, we will describe our aims in terms of the contract and the procurement activity and timeframes, and provide an opportunity for questions and answers. We are striving for a service where: • A strong evidence-based approach achieves results and delivers sustainable paid employment for people with learning disabilities in the city • A clear model for measuring and delivery quality in supported employment is in place • The pathway towards paid employment is based on the British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) model and working effectively • Industry respected accreditation for service delivery has been achieved • Models of awareness training and support for employers are in place • Robust knowledge of reasonable adjustments and ability to be able to secure additional support to get a paid job if required • Strength based approaches for job seekers and employers are standard practice The formal business case to proceed with procurement was granted approval from Plymouth City Councils Cabinet on 22/01/2025. To express an interest in attending any of these sessions, please e-mail Fiona.gordon@plymouth.gov.uk in order that you can be included in the meeting register. The link to the virtual events will be sent to you prior to the event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050795
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017008-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,763,766 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Beatrice Yarde
Contact Email
jointcommissioning@plymouth.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01752307074

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL6 5DH
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK41 Plymouth
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Budshead
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Moor View

Further Information

Notice Documents

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