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Economic Inactivity Trailblazer Evaluation

Awarded to SQW LIMITED

Greater Manchester Combined Authority(buyer)

Published
Published 4 August 2025
Deadline
Closed 1 September 2025

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Overview

Greater Manchester Combined Authority awarded a contract to SQW LIMITED (£392,212.76) on 16 October 2025 to evaluate the Economic Inactivity Trailblazer programme. The evaluation comprises three elements: a desk-based AI-assisted summary of insights into employment support programmes, a qualitative process evaluation of the Trailblazer's design and delivery, and a data preparedness study to inform future impact assessment. The initial 8-month contract runs from October 2025 to June 2026, with an option to extend for up to 12 additional months.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Closed
Category
Services
Estimated value
£416,666
Procedure
Open
SME suitable
Yes
Published
4 August 2025
Questions by
26 August 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Research and development services and related consultancy services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£392,213
Award date
16 October 2025
Contract period
29 October 2025 → 30 June 2026
Winner
  • SQW LIMITED

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  1. Contract

    7 January 2026

  2. Contract

    17 October 2025

  3. Contract Notice

    4 August 2025

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