Tender

Connect to Work Programme

HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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TenderUpdate

24 Mar 2026 at 11:49

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 13:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

04 Nov 2025 at 14:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Connect to Work Programme, led by Hartlepool Borough Council in collaboration with Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), aims to deliver support services across Tees Valley for disabled people, individuals with health conditions, and those facing complex barriers to employment. As the lead procurement entity, Hartlepool Borough Council is responsible for managing and delivering this programme across the designated regions, including Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, and Stockton-on-Tees. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure, and all documents can be submitted electronically on the Open UK platform. Participants are advised to note key deadlines, including the tender closing date on 16th April 2026 and the final date for enquiry submissions on 13th April 2026.

This tender invites suitable organisations, including SMEs and VCSEs, to participate in delivering tailored employment support services through four distinct lots. Each lot presents an avenue for businesses to expand by building consortia and ensuring effective engagement within the SEQF or IPS frameworks, which focus on supporting employment sustainability. With an estimated value of £5,722,800, this contract gives participating businesses a significant opportunity to contribute to the local economy while enhancing their capabilities in delivering quality employment services. Stakeholders with expertise in education, training, and health services would find this tender particularly aligned with their business growth strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Connect to Work Programme

Notice Description

Hartlepool Borough Council (the Council) has been appointed as the Lead Body by Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) for the Connect to Work Programme. As such, the Council is responsible for ensuring successful management and delivery of the programme across Tees Valley. Connect to Work is a voluntary local support employment programme launched by the Department for Works and Pensions (DWP) and funded by the UK Government. The contract will provide support disabled people, people with health conditions and individuals with complex barriers to move into and maintain employment. The delivery has been split into 4 Lots, and the Council are seeking to contract with a single Lead Provider for each Lot. Lot 1 - Tees Valley (SEQF (Supported Employment Quality Framework) Only) To commission a Lead Provider for the delivery of high-quality Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) provision across the whole of Tees Valley - Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, and Stockton-on-Tees. This focuses on supporting disabled people, those with health conditions and those with complex barriers to employment to find sustainable work. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, fidelity to the SEQF model, and effective engagement. With 502 expected starts, this Lot represents the SEQF element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme. Lot 2 - Darlington & Stockton-on-Tees (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only) To commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services within Darlington and Stockton-on-Tees. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 452 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme. Lot 3 - Middlesbrough & Redcar & Cleveland (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only) To commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement & Support (IPS) services within Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 752 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme. Lot 4 - Hartlepool (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only) To commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services within Hartlepool. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 302 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Supported Employment Quality (SEQF) Tees Valley

This seeks to commission a Lead Provider for the delivery of high-quality Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) provision across the whole of Tees Valley - Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, and Stockton-on-Tees. This focuses on supporting disabled people, those with health conditions and those with complex barriers to employment to find sustainable work. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, fidelity to the SEQF model, and effective engagement. With 502 expected starts, this Lot represents the SEQF element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme.

Renewal: The Council may extend that Contract Term for 24 months to 18th May 2030 subject to funding and contract performance of the Providers.

Lot 2 - Darlington & Stockton-on-Tees (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only)

This seeks to commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services within Darlington and Stockton-on-Tees. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 452 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme.

Renewal: The Council may extend that Contract Term for 24 months to 18th May 2030 subject to funding and contract performance of the Providers.

Lot 3 - Middlesbrough & Redcar & Cleveland (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only)

This seeks to commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement & Support (IPS) services within Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 752 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme.

Renewal: The Council may extend that Contract Term for 24 months to 18th May 2030 subject to funding and contract performance of the Providers.

Lot 4 - Hartlepool (IPS - Individual Placement and Support Only)

This seeks to commission a Lead Provider to deliver Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services within Hartlepool. This will target eligible individuals who require intensive, personalised employment support so they can progress into sustainable work. Delivery must follow the nationally recognised IPS model, with a strong focus on rapid job search, integrated support, and in-work retention. The Lead Provider will build and manage a strong consortium, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery, and effective engagement. With 302 expected starts, this Lot represents a key element of the Tees Valley Connect to Work Programme

Renewal: The Council may extend that Contract Term for 24 months to 18th May 2030 subject to funding and contract performance of the Providers.

Planning Information

Date/Time of event - Nov 12 from 9:30am to 11:30am GMT Location - Trinity Centre, Market Place, North Ormesby Middlesbrough TS3 6LD Please find the eventbrite link: https://teesvalleyconnecttowork.eventbrite.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026726-2026
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,722,800 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,722,800 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
12 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 18 May 2028 2-3 years
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
HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

REDCAR AND CLEVELAND BOROUGH COUNCIL

STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 8AY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees, TLC12 South Teesside, TLC13 Darlington
Local Authority
Redcar and Cleveland
Electoral Ward
Coatham
Westminster Constituency
Redcar

Further Information

Notice Documents

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