Construction focused training and mentoring service to increase employability amongst young people at risk of serious youth violence and who are vulnerable to exploitation

THE OFFICE OF THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HAMPSHIRE AND THE ISLE OF WIGHT

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TenderUpdate

24 Jun 2026 at 11:13

Tender

24 Jun 2026 at 11:11

Planning

20 May 2026 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is seeking tenders for a construction-focused training and mentoring service aimed at increasing employability among young people at risk of serious youth violence. This service, intended for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight regions, is in the tender stage with a current end date for submissions set on 13th July 2026. The procurement method is an open competition, and the value of the contract is approximately £350,000. The service aims to provide targeted support to young individuals by equipping them with skills for entry into the construction industry, with a contract scheduled to start on 1st October 2026 and run until 31st March 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in educational services, mentoring, or those within the construction sector, particularly those well-versed in dealing with high-risk youth demographics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially suitable for this opportunity, providing a pathway to contribute to community welfare while expanding their service offerings and footprint. The contract emphasises the quality of bid submissions, focusing on the ability to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support, thus promoting both social responsibility and business growth potential.

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Notice Title

Construction focused training and mentoring service to increase employability amongst young people at risk of serious youth violence and who are vulnerable to exploitation

Notice Description

A contract is required for a construction focused training and mentoring service to increase employability amongst young people aged 16 to 18 who are involved in, or at high risk of involvement in, serious youth violence across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The service will provide a structured and trauma informed training and mentoring offer that supports young people to prepare for entry into the construction industry. This will include accredited qualifications, industry informed learning and mentoring support focused on training, employment and other factors that may impact a young person's ability to sustain positive outcomes and lead crime free lives. Delivery of the service will be targeted at young people identified through police data and partner intelligence as presenting the highest risk of involvement in serious violence. The approach will combine practical skills development with consistent mentoring and wraparound support to strengthen engagement, build positive routine and increase readiness for employment or further training. The service will work closely with Youth Justice Services, police and other partners to manage risk, support safe participation and ensure that the intervention contributes to wider local priorities to prevent serious violence and improve long term outcomes for young people across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The service is deliberately targeting young people who are at high risk of being a victim or perpetrator of serious youth violence and the provider must be highly skilled in engaging this high-risk cohort and managing the risks posed.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The service shall commence on the 1st October 2026 until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend for a period or periods of up to two years.

Planning Information

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069da5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059368-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals

75231240 - Probation services

85312310 - Guidance services

85312500 - Rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 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
THE OFFICE OF THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HAMPSHIRE AND THE ISLE OF WIGHT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FAREHAM
Postcode
PO17 5BN
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Fareham
Electoral Ward
Uplands & Funtley
Westminster Constituency
Fareham and Waterlooville

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