--- title: "RFP - The Supply of: IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Buckinghamshire" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED" published: "2025-10-08" --- # RFP - The Supply of: IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Buckinghamshire Buyer: FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f3c9601a-02a2-42b3-a486-d788e4e12094.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "RFP - The Supply of: IPS/SEQF and Health and Community Integration Services under Connect to Work in Buckinghamshire" involves FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED as the buying organisation. This tender falls under the education and training services industry category and is focused on delivering services in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the tender amendment phase, with an open procedure method utilised, allowing for wide participation. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 14th October 2025, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 1st March 2030. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in supported employment delivery models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). Companies with local knowledge and established relationships with health services, social care, and community organisations are particularly well-suited. It encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, which can foster business growth by engaging in a project that supports the local community and addresses 'Hidden Unemployment'. Such involvement can enhance a company's portfolio in a meaningful sector, contributing to both local and national growth agendas. ## Notice Connect to Work aims to address 'Hidden Unemployment' through a collaborative, locally driven approach, helping local communities to unlock their potential and contribute to both local and national growth. Quality employment is known to positively impact physical and mental health, providing income, social interaction, and a sense of purpose. Fedcap will seek to submit tenders and are looking for potential delivery partners to be named in our submissions. Our approach is to embrace local capacity to deliver IPS and/or SEQF services to eligible residents and we seek partners who can bring: 1. Understanding and experience of supported employment delivery models including Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and/or Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) 2. Local knowledge, insight and relationships, evidenced through integrated delivery/partnership with health services, social care and community/faith-based organisations Interested organisations should complete the attached Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding working with us on this opportunity. Please note that it will be likely that we will partner with different organisations in the county areas, reflecting the unique and differing needs of people living in Buckinghamshire. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eeee7a5-f24d-408e-ba1a-e420313cdefb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | 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 | FEDCAP EMPLOYMENT LIMITED | | Locality | STOCKTON-ON-TEES | | Post town | Cleveland | | Postcode | TS17 6EX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley | | ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees | | Local authority | Stockton-on-Tees | | Electoral ward | Mandale & Victoria | | Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2025 at 16:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eeee7a5-f24d-408e-ba1a-e420313cdefb - 8 Oct 2025 at 16:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eeee7a5-f24d-408e-ba1a-e420313cdefb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eeee7a5-f24d-408e-ba1a-e420313cdefb 8th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/daf7cf5e-a155-4bc7-a4ea-a2fd1fa8846f ## Notice URLs - https://fedcap.org.uk/employment/our-partners/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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