Scope
Reference
DN795204
Description
Connect to Work Programme
Online Market Engagement Event
Date: Thursday, 6 November 2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:30
Eventbrite Registration: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/connect-to-work-market-engagement-tickets-1851343190319?aff=oddtdtcreator
Teams Link: Available within the Eventbrite page
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) invites interested organisations to an online market engagement session for the upcoming Connect to Work Programme.
Connect to Work is being delivered as part of new Mayoral powers to convene local supported employment provision, contributing to both the national "Get Britain Working" plan and the Local Growth Plan.
A core aim of the Government's economic growth mission is to build an inclusive labour market, improve living standards, and ensure sustainable funding for public services. Connect to Work supports the Government's ambition to achieve an 80% employment rate, forming a key component of reforms to employment support - integrating skills, health, and pathways into sustained employment.
As the Lead Authority and Accountable Body for Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, CPCA will commission, implement, and manage the Connect to Work Programme. Delivery will align with local priorities and will be supported through partnerships with health services, employers, and wider system stakeholders to enhance regional awareness and collaboration.
This market engagement session will provide system partners with an update on the programme's progress and give potential Prime Providers an overview of the planned approach ahead of the formal procurement process.
This session will offer:
- An update on the programme's development and objectives.
- Insight for prospective Prime Providers and system partners ahead of the procurement launch.
- An opportunity to discuss delivery expectations and collaboration opportunities.
Agenda:
1. Welcome and Introductions - CPCA representatives
2. Programme Update - Status of Connect to Work and system development
3. Specification Overview - Key delivery themes and requirements
4. Procurement Process - Next steps and indicative timeline
5. Q&A Session
Total value (estimated)
- £12,291,042 excluding VAT
- £14,750,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 79634000 - Career guidance services
- 79600000 - Recruitment services
- 80521000 - Training programme services
- 80570000 - Personal development training services
- 79611000 - Job search services
Contract locations
- UKH12 - Cambridgeshire CC
- UKH11 - Peterborough
Engagement
Engagement deadline
6 November 2025
Engagement process description
Connect to Work Programme
Online Market Engagement Event
Date: Thursday, 6 November 2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:30
Eventbrite Registration: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/connect-to-work-market-engagement-tickets-1851343190319?aff=oddtdtcreator
Teams Link: Available within the Eventbrite page
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) invites interested organisations to an online market engagement session for the upcoming Connect to Work Programme.
Connect to Work is being delivered as part of new Mayoral powers to convene local supported employment provision, contributing to both the national "Get Britain Working" plan and the Local Growth Plan.
A core aim of the Government's economic growth mission is to build an inclusive labour market, improve living standards, and ensure sustainable funding for public services. Connect to Work supports the Government's ambition to achieve an 80% employment rate, forming a key component of reforms to employment support - integrating skills, health, and pathways into sustained employment.
As the Lead Authority and Accountable Body for Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, CPCA will commission, implement, and manage the Connect to Work Programme. Delivery will align with local priorities and will be supported through partnerships with health services, employers, and wider system stakeholders to enhance regional awareness and collaboration.
This market engagement session will provide system partners with an update on the programme's progress and give potential Prime Providers an overview of the planned approach ahead of the formal procurement process.
This session will offer:
- An update on the programme's development and objectives.
- Insight for prospective Prime Providers and system partners ahead of the procurement launch.
- An opportunity to discuss delivery expectations and collaboration opportunities.
Agenda:
1. Welcome and Introductions - CPCA representatives
2. Programme Update - Status of Connect to Work and system development
3. Specification Overview - Key delivery themes and requirements
4. Procurement Process - Next steps and indicative timeline
5. Q&A Session
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBXV-5726-VWGJ
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority, 2nd floor, Pathfinder House, St Mary's Street
Huntingdon
PE29 3TN
United Kingdom
Contact name: CPCA Procurement
Telephone: +44 1480277180
Region: UKH12 - Cambridgeshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government