Rhaglen Cysylltu a gwaith Fframwaith ansawdd cyflogaeth a chymorth Gogledd Cymru / Connect to work SEQF North Wales

DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 14:04

Planning

25 Nov 2025 at 10:44

Planning

24 Jul 2025 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

Denbighshire County Council, in partnership with Conwy, Wrexham, and Flintshire County Borough Councils, is leading a tender process under the Connect to Work North Wales Programme. The objective is to establish contracts within the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) to assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining sustainable local employment. These services will be delivered across North Wales with a focus on personal development and career guidance. The tendering process is active, with a submission deadline of 20th July 2026 and an award decision expected by 12th August 2026. The contracts, which are expected to commence on 21st August 2026 and run until 31st March 2030, will be procured via an open procedure with a focus exclusively on service quality, as evidenced by the 100% quality evaluation criteria.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in employment services, particularly those with expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and ventures within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender's suitability criteria include provisions for these groups. The programme's focus on local delivery means that businesses positioned within North Wales or those capable of establishing a local presence could benefit greatly from this initiative, helping to enhance their service portfolios while contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. The procurement process allows electronic submissions via the Proactis platform, facilitating easy access for interested firms.

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Notice Title

Rhaglen Cysylltu a gwaith Fframwaith ansawdd cyflogaeth a chymorth Gogledd Cymru / Connect to work SEQF North Wales

Notice Description

Rydym yn chwilio am gyflenwyr i gyflawni contractau Fframwaith ansawdd cyflogaeth a chymorth yn rhan o Raglen Cysylltu a Gwaith Gogledd Cymru. Bydd y contractau yn golygu cefnogi pobl ag anableddau sydd eisiau gweithio i ganfod cyflogaeth gynaliadwy yn lleol. Mae SEQF yn ymwneud fel rheol a chefnogi oedolion ag anableddau dysgu a/neu oedolion awtistig yn ogystal a phobl eraill sydd ag anghenion cymorth cymhleth lle nad oes angen integreiddiad clinigol neu pan nad yw'n briodol . O ran telerau cyflawni, gallai hyn olygu y bydd Cyfranogwr yn cael mwy o gyswllt a chefnogaeth gan eu Harbenigwr Cyflogaeth. Mae SEQF wedi cael ei ddefnyddio'n llwyddiannus o fewn rhaglen Ymyrraeth Cyflogaeth a Chymorth Lleol. Suppliers are being sought to deliver Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) contracts within the employability sector as part of the Connect to Work North Wales Programme. The contracts will involve supporting people with disabilities who want to find local sustainable employment. SEQF is oriented most usually around supporting learning disabled and/or autistic adults as well as others with complex support needs where clinical integration is not needed or appropriate . In delivery terms, this may mean that a Participant will receive more contact and support from their Employment Specialist. SEQF has been successfully utilised within the 'Local Supported Employment' [LSE] programme. The Connect to Work service is to be delivered equitably across North Wales so that every resident has equal access/opportunity to the same level and quality of service regardless of place. Links to pre-market engagement notices for the overall Connect to work programme for information purposes :- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Authority/Notice/NoticeView.aspx?ID=153723 - Notice ID JULY527542 https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Authority/Notice/NoticeView.aspx?ID=156940- Notice ID NOV564739 This tender will be evaluated on the basis of 100% quality. All associated tender documentation can be found within Proactis. Tenderers can bid for one or more lots.

Lot Information

North Wales (West)

North Wales (West) incorporating Conwy and Denbighshire

North Wales (East)

North Wales (East) incorporating Flintshire and Wrexham

Planning Information

Via link provided https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rhaglen-cysylltu-a-gwaith-gogledd-cymrunorth-wales-connect-to-work-program-tickets-1851282378429?aff=oddtdtcreator

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056572
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059041-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

79634000 - Career guidance services

80521000 - Training programme services

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,408,098 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,408,098 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
9 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

CONWY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

CYNGOR SIR DDINBYCH / DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

FLINTSHIRE COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RUTHIN
Postcode
LL15 9AZ
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
TLL11 Isle of Anglesey, TLL12 Gwynedd, TLL13 Conwy and Denbighshire, TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Hawarden: Ewloe
Westminster Constituency
Alyn and Deeside

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