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18 Jun 2026 at 09:10

Summary of the contracting process

In June 2026, Wirral Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, completed the procurement process titled "Participation and Engagement for NEET" aimed at engaging young people in education, employment, and training. Located in Wallasey, United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to CAREER CONNECT to provide services categorized under "Education and training services" within the UKD74 region. The procurement was conducted via a direct method without competition, under a light-touch regime, tailored for services below the threshold. The contract value is £148,000, with a performance period from 1st April to 30th June 2026, and was signed on 31st March 2026.

This tender offers growth opportunities for organisations specialised in education and training services, particularly those adept at providing guidance and support for young individuals facing barriers to positive post-16 engagement. Given the focus on NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) services, businesses with experience in community engagement initiatives, such as those working with local councils or public service bodies, would be well-suited to compete. The opportunity expands the scope for business entities that are capable of delivering impactful social outcomes through tailored educational services within the predefined time frame and budget.

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Notice Title

Participation and Engagement for NEET

Notice Description

Commission a service to engage young people in Education, Employment and Training. This will include providing Information, Advice and Guidance and support for those facing barriers which stop them engaging in positive post 16 provisions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b7b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057413-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£148,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIRRAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WALLASEY
Postcode
CH44 8ED
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD74 Wirral
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wirral
Electoral Ward
Seacombe
Westminster Constituency
Wallasey

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAREER CONNECT

Further Information

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