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UPDATE - 2021 REOPENING OF THE FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT
As noted below, the previously advertised framework agreement relative to Employability Support Services which commenced on 1st October 2019, in accordance with its terms, was opened to New Entrants to be admitted under the same process as the original tender exercise and as noted herein. The framework which commenced on 1st October 2019 will cover a period of 4 years
The estimated values shown in this notice reflects the values advertised at the establishment of the framework.
ORIGINAL CONTRACT NOTICE TEXT:
Falkirk Council has adopted the national five stage employability pipeline for the organisation, commissioning, management and delivery of employability services to support and assist individuals in their journey towards and into employment. Services will be tailored to ensure a person centred approach with a coherent range of specialist support that responds flexibly and effectively to meet the needs of individuals and their employers.
Falkirk Council will be seeking to procure services from providers who are experienced in delivering to individuals who are disadvantaged and excluded from participating in the labour market, who face a range of barriers to employment and require additional support in order to obtain, sustain and progress in employment. Falkirk Council will be seeking a range of services which support a person centred, needs based approach which treats individuals with dignity and respect at all times. (ctd in Additional Information)
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnardo's | Charity Commission: 216250 Companies House: 00061625 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| ELEV8 Career Business Personal | - | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Impact Arts | SC152230 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Into Work | OSCR: SC028327 Companies House: SC181737 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Right Options | 08232348 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| SCVO | - | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Street League | Charity Commission: 1101313 Companies House: 04974643 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| The Catering School Limited | SC541872 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| The Larder West Lothian | OSCR: SC042554 Companies House: SC404466 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Tigers Ltd | - | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Venture Trust | OSCR: SC038932 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | - |
| Volunteering Matters | Charity Commission: 291222 Companies House: 01435877 | ~£4,000,000 estimated from lot values | 3 lots Engagement and Barrier Removal · Vocational Training and Work Related Skills · In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | LOBBYIST Principle Affairs Ltd (3 quarters) |
This procurement was divided into 3 lots, each awarded separately. 36 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 2 Vocational Training and Work Related Skills | £2,400,000 | 12 | ELEV8 Career Business Personal Street League Right Options The Catering School Limited Into Work The Larder West Lothian Barnardo's Venture Trust Impact Arts SCVO Tigers Ltd Volunteering Matters | complete |
| Lot 1 Engagement and Barrier Removal | £800,000 | 12 | ELEV8 Career Business Personal Street League Right Options The Catering School Limited Into Work The Larder West Lothian Barnardo's Venture Trust Impact Arts SCVO Tigers Ltd Volunteering Matters | complete |
| Lot 3 In Work Support and Work Based Qualifications | £800,000 | 12 | ELEV8 Career Business Personal Street League Right Options The Catering School Limited Into Work The Larder West Lothian Barnardo's Venture Trust Impact Arts SCVO Tigers Ltd Volunteering Matters | complete |
Government spending data: These suppliers have received £88,346,888 in 1,016 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education, Scottish Government, Department for Work and Pensions, Warwickshire Police, Home Office and 22 more public bodies (2010-04-06 to 2026-06-30).
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Additional Info
We have received a question regarding the tick box functionality of Schedule 2 - Questionnaire. Can all bidders please ensure to update the document when opening as this should prevent any errors and allow the tick box to be selected.
We have also received a request for clarification of Question 3B.1.7 of Schedule 2- Questionnaire. This section should only be completed if the response to 3B.1 was no
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