CN250240 - Connect to Work (Supported Employment Services)

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Kent County Council is managing a public procurement process for the “Connect to Work (Supported Employment) – IPS Provision in North, Mid, and East Kent” project under the Department for Work & Pensions' initiative. This contract, with a gross value of approximately £19.17 million, aims to deliver employment support services in specific Kent districts, targeting individuals with disabilities and long-term health conditions. The procurement process employs a competitive flexible procedure under the light touch regime, with the expression of interest deadline set for 30 July 2025. Each lot, configured for specific geographical areas, supports different participant numbers across government, education and training, and health and social services sectors. Successful bids will be awarded by 1 December 2025, and contracts are set to commence on 1 April 2026.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in employment support, health and social work, and training services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in these domains have the chance to deliver and expand their services through participation in this tender. The ability to submit bids across multiple lots increases the potential to secure a substantial portion of the available contracts, though a maximum of two lots are awarded per supplier to enhance programme resilience. Businesses adept at addressing the needs of disadvantaged groups will find this tender particularly relevant, as the focus is on providing comprehensive support through job coaching and tailored assistance. Moreover, there are opportunities for contract extensions and modifications based on supplier performance and regional demand adjustments.

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CN250240 - Connect to Work (Supported Employment Services)

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

11th June 2025 17:33:26 PM
Contract Summary

Kent County Council is planning a Procurement process to appoint delivery partners for the Connect to Work Supported Employment scheme (funded by the Department of Work and Pensions). A Prior Information Notice was previously published in January 2025, inviting responses to a Market Engagement Questionnaire
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-05471b

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

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Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

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Awarding Authority

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

alison.blackman@kent.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

County Hall

Maidstone

ME14 1XQ

United Kingdom

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CN250240 - Connect to Work (Supported Employment Services)

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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