--- title: "Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 3" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-03" --- # Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 3 Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431.json) ## Summary South Lanarkshire Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 3." This initiative focuses on the education industry and is located in South Lanarkshire, UK. The council aims to establish a flexible framework for Employability Services, which will remain accessible to all council services. Utilising an open procurement method and the "light touch" regulations, this arrangement ensures equal treatment, non-discrimination, and transparency. The tender submission deadline is set for 3rd June 2026, with electronic submissions being required. Prospective bidders should note that the procurement encompasses multiple lots featuring services ranging from targeted support to health and wellbeing, with the award period beginning immediately at the deadline. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of offering specialised employability services and vocational training. Providers with experience in work-based learning, health and wellbeing support, financial advice, or other employability programmes can benefit from this arrangement. The service arrangement anticipates no limits on the number of qualified providers, enabling continuous opportunities even beyond initial submissions. The inclusion of diverse service offerings within the lots allows businesses with niche expertise or innovative solutions in tackling employability and learning challenges to participate actively. Companies that can meet the technical and professional abilities outlined—and hold appropriate quality assurances and insurance—are well positioned to thrive within this ongoing procurement framework. ## Notice The Council is seeking to appoint service providers to the Employability Procured Service Arrangement (PSA). This is a bespoke arrangement/flexible framework which has been developed primarily for Employability Services but can be accessed by all services within the Council. The PSA will be procured using the "light touch" procedure set out in Regulations 74 -76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 ("the 2015 Regulations"). This allows the Council to carry out a selection process which adopts the principles of equal treatment, non-discrimination and transparency and complies with procurement best practice without requiring the use of the traditional open or restricted procedure set out in the 2015 Regulations. The PSA has a broad scope of service delivery with the opportunity for many providers to be appointed. There is no limit on the number of providers who can be appointed to any of the lots under the PSA. The PSA remains open for its lifetime which allows for new providers to be added over its term, at regular intervals which will be advised by the Council. Applicants to the PSA will be evaluated in 'Phases', based on the closing date for each Phase. Following the closing of each Phase, the PSA will re-open for new applications for the next Phase. ### Lot Information Targeted Support Services Targeted Support Services This lot is aimed at delivering services targeted at individuals with multiple barriers to employment who require individually tailored support to gain employment or further learning / training. This may be delivered as individual one-to-one keyworker support or as a group-based employability programme. This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA). Renewal: On completion of the initial evaluation process and appointment of Bidders to the Procured Services Arrangement, the ITT will reopen to new bids. The ITT will remain open for the lifetime of the PSA. There are no limits to the number of times that bidders can submit bids. Other Other Employability Services This lot serves as a flexible category to accommodate employability services and programmes that do not fall within the specific scope of Lots 1-3 but still contribute to supporting individuals towards positive employment or learning outcomes. It allows for innovative, niche, or emerging provision that addresses unique challenges or opportunities within the local labour market. This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA). Renewal: On completion of the initial evaluation process and appointment of Bidders to the Procured Services Arrangement, the ITT will reopen to new bids. The ITT will remain open for the lifetime of the PSA. There are no limits to the number of times that bidders can submit bids. Work Based Learning Work Based Learning This lot focuses on the delivery of work-based learning programmes / qualifications which may include industry-specific training to prepare individuals for roles in key employment sectors. Training is designed to meet the current and emerging needs of local employers and industry, equipping participants with the technical knowledge and qualifications required for their chosen field. Services may include but is not limited to: The delivery of vocational qualifications e.g. SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social care or childcare, Foundation Apprenticeship level 4 or 5 in Construction / Auto engineering / Hospitality. Sector based work academies The delivery of certificated training e.g. Emergency First Aid, Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Level 1 award, REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene, moving and handling. Pre-employment training including a blend of employability skills e.g. communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, time management, critical or creative thinking. This lot will be procured through the Procured Services Arrangement (PSA). Renewal: On completion of the initial evaluation process and appointment of Bidders to the Procured Services Arrangement, the ITT will reopen to new bids. The ITT will remain open for the lifetime of the PSA. There are no limits to the number of times that bidders can submit bids. Health, wellbeing and financial support Health, wellbeing and financial support This lot supports the holistic development of individuals by addressing health and wellbeing barriers that may hinder employability by delivering activities that promote mental health, physical wellness, and resilience in the workplace. Bidders will be expected to deliver a range of services designed to address specific issues relating to health and wellbeing and specific barriers including debt and financial issues. Activities may include but is not limited to: Support to improve health and fitness Delivery of activities designed to increase engagement and confidence including arts and crafts, cultural activity Counselling and mental health support Advice and guidance relating to alcohol and drug misuse Financial advice and support Therapeutic interventions Specialist supports and interventions This lot will be procured via a Procured Service Arrangement (PSA). Renewal: On completion of the initial evaluation process and appointment of Bidders to the Procured Services Arrangement, the ITT will reopen to new bids. The ITT will remain open for the lifetime of the PSA. There are no limits to the number of times that bidders can submit bids. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550735 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | The PSA will be published and evaluated in phases. On closing of the current phase, the Council will publish the next phase with a closing date of 3 months from publication date. Bidders can apply for appointment to the PSA throughout its term. There are no limits to the number of times that bidders can submit bids. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMILTON | | Post town | Motherwell | | Postcode | ML3 0AA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire | | Local authority | South Lanarkshire | | Electoral ward | Hamilton North and East | | Westminster constituency | Hamilton and Clyde Valley | | Delivery location | TLM95 South Lanarkshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80200000 - Secondary education services - 80210000 - Technical and vocational secondary education services - 80211000 - Technical secondary education services - 80212000 - Vocational secondary education services - 80300000 - Higher education services - 80310000 - Youth education services - 80420000 - E-learning services - 80530000 - Vocational training services ## Release History - 3 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550735 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550735 Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 3 - The Council is seeking to appoint service providers to the Employability Procured Service Arrangement (PSA). This is a bespoke arrangement/flexible framework which has been developed primarily for Employability Services but can be accessed by all services within the Council. The PSA will be procured using the "light touch" procedure set out in Regulations 74 -76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 ("the 2015 Regulations"). This allows the Council to carry out a selection process which adopts the principles of equal treatment, non-discrimination and transparency and complies with procurement best practice without requiring the use of the traditional open or restricted procedure set out in the 2015 Regulations. The PSA has a broad scope of service delivery with the opportunity for many providers to be appointed. There is no limit on the number of providers who can be appointed to any of the lots under the PSA. The PSA remains open for its lifetime which allows for new providers to be added over its term, at regular intervals which will be advised by the Council. Applicants to the PSA will be evaluated in 'Phases', based on the closing date for each Phase. Following the closing of each Phase, the PSA will re-open for new applications for the next Phase. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824431. 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