--- title: "Specialist Support for Disabilities" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED" published: "2025-04-24" --- # Specialist Support for Disabilities Buyer: SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74314ba9-be8b-4334-8347-934036eec6e3.json) ## Summary The SEETEC Business Technology Centre Limited has completed the procurement process for a project titled "Specialist Support for Disabilities," classified under the industry categories of Coaching Services and Welfare Services for Disabled People. This initiative aims to deliver a six-week programme online to cohorts of 10-12 participants in the North West and South West regions of the UK. The tender was opened using an open procedure, with the tender period having concluded on 19th January 2025. The programme started on 1st February 2025 and will run until 31st January 2029. SEETEC has awarded contracts to Kaleidoscope Advisory Ltd and Standguide Group as their intervention partners, with plans for integrated coaching and career development services tailored for individuals with disabilities to aid in meaningful employment or self-employment. Key deadlines included the tender completion date on 19th January 2025 and contract commencement on 1st February 2025. This procurement presents significant business opportunities for companies specialising in education, social care, and support services for disabled individuals, particularly those with strong networks in the North West and South West of the UK. Companies that possess expertise in online training and coaching, as well as those capable of fostering robust employer partnerships, are well-positioned to benefit from this programme. Successfully being part of this procurement not only offers immediate project involvement until 2029 but also ensures placement in SEETEC’s network of intervention partners, potentially securing future contracts without the need for reapplication. Moreover, the programme's focus on life coaching, career advancement, and integration with employers provides a unique space for businesses to expand their services and develop deeper community ties by supporting participants into sustainable employment. ## Notice Application Process: - Complete the attached MS Forms (https://forms.office.com/e/ag9Smv037j ) by the closing date. - Complete and submit the attached Rate Card to Procurement@seetec.co.uk by the closing date. Overview: Seetec specialise in providing first-class services within the skills and education, employability and health, criminal justice and social care sectors across the UK. It is important to all parts of the Seetec Group that our Partners operate in ways which support our purpose, vision, mission and values. More information https://seetec.co.uk/about/our-purpose-vision-mission-and-values/ . We're committed to providing opportunities and support to people from all walks of life and empowering them to shape their own futures. We provide tailored support to help participants progress in their journey, deal with their barriers and get into sustainable employment. Seetec is seeking an Intervention Partner with a proven track record to deliver a support program for people with disabilities, regardless of formal diagnosis, to achieve meaningful employment and/or self-employment. The program should combine life coaching and career coaching and prioritise empowerment and inclusion ensuring participants have the tools and confidence to thrive. Program delivery: Six-week program with weekly 2-hour online sessions to groups of 10-12 participants with additional independent tasks. Delivered by professionals who understand the challenges faced by people with disabilities and how to navigate them. The program should include: - Discovering talents and skills - identifying participant's commercial value. - Defining Purpose, Mission, and Goals - Overcoming barriers - building resilience and confidence. - Telling the participant's story - crafting a compelling narrative and navigating the employment process. - Career planning - identifying ideal roles, employers, and how to stand out. - Interview mastery - mindset, communication, and showcasing disability as an asset. Employer Engagement: The provider must have strong relationships with employers actively seeking to recruit people with disabilities. The provider will: - Facilitate introductions between participants and employers. - Support participants to approach employers with confidence. - Coach participants on how to effectively articulate their value as candidates. Self-Employment: For participants interested in self-employment, the program should include: - Expert guidance - Training on business structures, financial planning, and creating a business plan. - Exposure to potential mentors and investors to accelerate business readiness. Participants should leave the program with a Career Roadmap, a clear action plan for next steps and be able to identify opportunities, approach employers, and confidently present themselves as capable candidates. The provider must be able to deliver remotely to cohorts from the Southwest and Northwest, and must have employer relationships in these areas. Additional information: Program Goals: 1. Empower Participants: Focus on individual strengths, capabilities, and aspirations to craft realistic and inspiring career goals. 2. Connect to Employers: Identify and leverage employer partnerships to provide direct routes into employment. 3. Financial Aspirations: Help participants understand potential earnings and how to achieve them. 4. Barrier Removal: Address and overcome personal and systemic obstacles to employment. 5. Self-Advocacy Skills: Enable participants to confidently "sell" their abilities and unique value to prospective employers. Seetec reserves the right to award the contract to one or more providers depending on the applications received and the successful providers will be included onto our database of Intervention Partners. Payment Mechanism: Spot purchase basis with no guaranteed volumes. Seetec hold contracts across several government departments, spanning multiple geographies across England. Seetec Contracting entity: Seetec Business Technology Centre (SBTC) This procurement is to deliver services remotely for cohorts of 10-12 participants in the Southwest and Northwest regions. However, referrals may come from the Employability, Business & Training or Communities & Education business units, which trade under the following names: - Seetec Business Technology Centre (SBTC) - Seetec Pluss Ltd - Pluss CIC - NexSphere Business Solutions Limited - Kent, Surrey and Sussex Community Rehabilitation Company Ltd (KSSCRC) Standard T&Cs attached for information in addition to these there will be KPIs and SLAs to include: - Participant progress updates - Attendance reporting - Case study submissions - Contract management reviews - Progress into work, post course completion Specific requirements and capabilities: - Supplier must be able to deliver online sessions - Supplier must have employer relationships on the Northwest and Southwest - Supplier must pass the Seetec due diligence process once notified of intent to award (template attached for your information). - Supplier must have experience working with participants with disabilities - Supplier must submit the rate card template provided which should include the full list of services they are able to provide. - Any bids that do not answer all questions or requirements will be immediately discounted, and the supplier will not be notified. Framework: This procurement is for a specific need. However, Seetec will be launching a framework for Intervention Partners who can deliver support services and training to our participants in 2025. The successful supplier in this bid will automatically be included in Seetec's 2025 framework and we do not envisage you needing to reapply for this. Once on the framework, Seetec reserves the right to direct award future contracts to these Suppliers. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f35c755-d22d-4f61-836e-06e38d9f7f53 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Feb 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2029 | | 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 | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED | | Locality | HOCKLEY | | Post town | Southend-on-Sea | | Postcode | SS5 4RG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway | | Local authority | Rochford | | Electoral ward | Hockley | | Westminster constituency | Rayleigh and Wickford | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | KALEIDOSCOPE ADVISORY; STANDGUIDE GROUP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 79998000 - Coaching services - 85311200 - Welfare services for the handicapped ## Release History - 24 Apr 2025 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f35c755-d22d-4f61-836e-06e38d9f7f53 - 13 Jan 2025 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd624c46-6c72-44fa-9d8a-2bb011d518b4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f35c755-d22d-4f61-836e-06e38d9f7f53 24th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd624c46-6c72-44fa-9d8a-2bb011d518b4 13th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3271721f-385d-48d7-8000-42bfd363e377 For information only - standard T&Cs for Seetec Intervention Partner contracts - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e68b3910-4990-4b7b-8970-05f8cb97109c For information only - Provider's who are notified of intent to award will need to complete and pass the due diligence process before contract is awarded. - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6f9e755b-82d8-4d64-aa8c-d821a9414e5e Please complete Rate card with service delivery proposal including costings and send to Procurement@seetec.co.uk by closing date 19th Jan 2025 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a6caeb9-6602-4e17-9815-dde30b5cc459 For information only - this is the scoring matrix for submissions - https://forms.office.com/e/ag9Smv037j Please complete form by closing date 19th Jan 2025 - scored questions are marked so you can compare this with the scoring matrix if required. ## Notice URLs - https://seetec.co.uk/ - https://seetec.co.uk/about/our-purpose-vision-mission-and-values/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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