Scope
Reference
76197
Description
The Office of the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner wants to commission an Enterprising for Employment service for Birmingham. This initiative will provide a personalised, effective mentoring service for individuals associated with criminality, to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to be employable and/or an entrepreneur.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2029
- Possible extension to 31 August 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75230000 - Justice services
- 75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals
- 75241100 - Police services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKG3 - West Midlands
Engagement
Engagement deadline
10 March 2026
Engagement process description
The draft specification will be published on the West Midlands OPCC website for comment and feedback. A pre-market engagement event will be held for interested bidders. Date to be arranged.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
6 April 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHLH-1699-TDLT
Lloyd House, Colmore Circus Queensway
Birmingham
B4 6AT
United Kingdom
Contact name: Rachel Stephenson
Telephone: 01216266060
Email: procurement@westmidlands.police.uk
Website: http://www.westmidlands-pcc.gov.uk
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government