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title: "High Speed Two Limited : Under-represented groups placement programme"
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# High Speed Two Limited : Under-represented groups placement programme

Buyer: HS2  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a2beec9-bb3d-45b6-b00b-3ed573e2e8b8

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## Summary

The procurement process is currently at the planning stage for the contract titled 'High Speed Two Limited: Under-represented groups placement programme'. The buying organisation, HS2, based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is seeking market feedback regarding vocational training services. The engagement end date is set for 3rd April 2024, for interested suppliers to shape the procurement approach and contract delivery. The programme aims to provide opportunities in the East Midlands, West Midlands, and London.

This tender by HS2 can create growth opportunities for small and voluntary sector enterprises interested in vocational training services. Businesses looking to engage with a major infrastructure project and impact under-represented groups' development are well-suited to participate. Interested parties can contact Kimberley Rice at kimberley.rice@hs2.org.uk for further information and to engage in shaping the procurement process for this significant opportunity.

## Notice

HS2 Ltd are seeking to obtain market feedback in relation to the provision of the under-represented groups placement programme to help shape the procurement. HS2 Ltd would like to engage with your organisation in order to: - Raise market awareness and understanding of the scope, and to test appetite in advance of the upcoming procurement for the Under-represented Groups Placement Programme. - Provide potential suppliers with the opportunity to support and shape HS2 Ltd's approach to the procurement and contract delivery. If you are interested in this opportunity please email kimberley.rice@hs2.org.uk and you will be provided with a market engagement briefing and questionnaire. Please note, that the deadline for completed questionnaires and feedback is 5pm 3rd April 2024. Further engagement sessions may be held, you will be asked to indicate whether you wish to attend these within your questionnaire response. Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity please email kimberley.rice@hs2.org.uk and you will be provided with a market engagement briefing and questionnaire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b560433d-8c56-4bb5-ade9-0891b45ae215 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Apr 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HS2 |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80530000 - Vocational training services
- 80570000 - Personal development training services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2024 at 16:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b560433d-8c56-4bb5-ade9-0891b45ae215

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b560433d-8c56-4bb5-ade9-0891b45ae215
  20th March 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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