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title: "STEM Returners Programme"
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buyer: "INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE"
published: "2020-07-20"
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# STEM Returners Programme

Buyer: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4f45658b-fa51-41e3-b328-8ddff52ec770

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## Summary

The Intellectual Property Office is currently conducting a tender process for the "STEM Returners Programme," aimed at providing paid short-term employment placements for professionals re-entering the workforce after a career break. This procurement falls within the recruitment services industry category and is located in Newport, Wales (NP10 8QQ). The tender is active and was published on 20th July 2020, with an end date for tender submissions set for 1st July 2020. The contract period is from 20th July 2020 to 31st December 2020. This tender uses a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with a contract value of £12,300.

This opportunity represents significant potential for SMEs looking to expand their services in recruitment, particularly those focused on supporting professionals returning to work. Businesses with expertise in offering flexible employment solutions or tailored support programmes for returnees in STEM fields would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such initiatives not only promotes workforce inclusivity but also aids in establishing strong partnerships with public sector organisations like the Intellectual Property Office.

## Notice

Returnships are paid short-term employment placements for professionals returning to work after a career break. Alongside the experience gained from the work placement, returnship schemes can provide additional support for the returners, such as advice, c

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f62f8b1-81d6-40e8-b6ad-7800f38b2aba |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OFFICE |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2020 at 06:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f62f8b1-81d6-40e8-b6ad-7800f38b2aba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f62f8b1-81d6-40e8-b6ad-7800f38b2aba
  20th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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