Scope
Description
Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement.
We would like to invite you to attend the market engagement event for the
Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement.
Supported employment refers to the intervention offered to people with disabilities, including learning disabilities, mental health, and traumatic brain injury, to help with obtaining and maintaining paid employment.
• 1pm-2pm, 13th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual)
• 10am-11am, 20th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual)
• 1pm-3pm, 23rd May 2025: (Crownhill Court PCC offices - Board Room 1 Behind Reception)
During the sessions, we will describe our aims in terms of the contract and the procurement activity and timeframes, and provide an opportunity for questions and answers.
We are striving for a service where:
• A strong evidence-based approach achieves results and delivers sustainable paid employment for people with learning disabilities in the city
• A clear model for measuring and delivery quality in supported employment is in place
• The pathway towards paid employment is based on the British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) model and working effectively
• Industry respected accreditation for service delivery has been achieved
• Models of awareness training and support for employers are in place
• Robust knowledge of reasonable adjustments and ability to be able to secure additional support to get a paid job if required
• Strength based approaches for job seekers and employers are standard practice
The formal business case to proceed with procurement was granted approval from Plymouth City Councils Cabinet on 22/01/2025.
To express an interest in attending any of these sessions, please e-mail Fiona.gordon@plymouth.gov.uk in order that you can be included in the meeting register. The link to the virtual events will be sent to you prior to the event.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,763,766 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2026 to 1 October 2029
- Possible extension to 1 October 2035
- 9 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKK41 - Plymouth
Engagement
Engagement deadline
24 May 2025
Engagement process description
Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement.
We would like to invite you to attend the market engagement event for the
Plymouth Learning Disability Supported Employment re-procurement.
Supported employment refers to the intervention offered to people with disabilities, including learning disabilities, mental health, and traumatic brain injury, to help with obtaining and maintaining paid employment.
• 1pm-2pm, 13th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual)
• 10am-11am, 20th May 2025: (MS Teams virtual)
• 1pm-3pm, 23rd May 2025: (Crownhill Court PCC offices - Board Room 1 Behind Reception)
During the sessions, we will describe our aims in terms of the contract and the procurement activity and timeframes, and provide an opportunity for questions and answers.
We are striving for a service where:
• A strong evidence-based approach achieves results and delivers sustainable paid employment for people with learning disabilities in the city
• A clear model for measuring and delivery quality in supported employment is in place
• The pathway towards paid employment is based on the British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) model and working effectively
• Industry respected accreditation for service delivery has been achieved
• Models of awareness training and support for employers are in place
• Robust knowledge of reasonable adjustments and ability to be able to secure additional support to get a paid job if required
• Strength based approaches for job seekers and employers are standard practice
The formal business case to proceed with procurement was granted approval from Plymouth City Councils Cabinet on 22/01/2025.
To express an interest in attending any of these sessions, please e-mail Fiona.gordon@plymouth.gov.uk in order that you can be included in the meeting register. The link to the virtual events will be sent to you prior to the event.
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
29 May 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Plymouth City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBQP-8499-TLMP
Crownhill Court, Tailyour Road
Plymouth
PL6 5DH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Mrs Beatrice Yarde
Telephone: 01752307074
Email: jointcommissioning@plymouth.gov.uk
Website: http://www.plymouth.gov.uk
Region: UKK41 - Plymouth
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government