Tender

North East Economic Inactivity Trailblazer Priority 3.3 (Supported Accommodation and Employment)

NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 13:48

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North East Combined Authority has issued a tender titled "North East Economic Inactivity Trailblazer Priority 3.3 (Supported Accommodation and Employment)" under the services category, particularly focusing on adult and other education services. Based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, the authority seeks to address barriers to employment for individuals in supported accommodation. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions being accepted Until 14th November 2025. The contract, valued at £180,000, is set to commence on 26th November 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. This project aims to inform both local and national policy by developing evidence-based, practical solutions to improve access to work, while also considering non-monetary barriers like stigma and employer inflexibility. The procurement method utilised is an open competition, deemed appropriate for contracts below threshold levels, and includes the light touch regime. Potential suppliers are encouraged to submit electronically by the 14th November deadline.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses focused on educational and employment services, especially those experienced in addressing complex social barriers, to expand their reach and impact. Companies that demonstrate a strong capacity for quality delivery, innovation in addressing psychological and structural employment barriers, and a commitment to social value are well-suited to compete. The tender places significant emphasis on quality (80%) over price (20%), providing an advantageous position for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those with a vested interest in societal wellbeing and community-based solutions. With its focus on both practical and policy-informed outcomes, this project not only offers financial growth but also the opportunity to influence and shape regional employment strategies in the North East.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North East Economic Inactivity Trailblazer Priority 3.3 (Supported Accommodation and Employment)

Notice Description

This project will develop the evidence base and design and test practical solutions, to inform local and national policy, with the aim of removing barriers and enabling fairer access to work for people living in supported accommodation. This project will also consider how factors beyond direct costs, such as stigma, lack of employer flexibility, and the intersection with domestic abuse recovery, compound financial barriers to work. the project is not only about financial disincentives but also about psychological, structural and practical.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d900
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070461-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northeast-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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