Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement
Awarded to Action for Change (Scotland) Ltd, Barnardos Scotland, Blue Triangle (Glasgow) Housing Association +24 more
South Lanarkshire Council(buyer)
- Published
- Published 21 October 2025
- Deadline
- Closed 3 December 2025
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South Lanarkshire Council
BuyerHamilton, United Kingdom
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Lots (4)
Work Based Learning
Work Based Learning This lot focuses on the delivery of work-based learning programmes / qualifications which may include industry-specific training to prepare individuals for roles in key employment sectors. Training is designed to meet the current and emerging needs of local employers and industry, equipping participants with the technical knowledge and qualifications required for their chosen field. Services may include but is not limited to: The delivery of vocational qualifications e.g. SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social care or childcare, Foundation Apprenticeship level 4 or 5 in Construction / Auto engineering / Hospitality. Sector based work academies The delivery of certificated training such as Emergency First Aid, Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Level 1 award, REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene, moving and handling. Pre-employment training including a blend of employability skills e.g. communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, time management, critical or creative thinking. This lot will be procured through the Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
Won by Blue Triangle (Glasgow) Housing AssociationWon by DGC Training Services LtdWon by ENABLE ScotlandWon by First Steps Future Training LimitedWon by LiftWell Training ltdWon by Lighthouse Business Consultants LtdWon by Merged EducationWon by New College LanarkshireWon by Routes to Work LtdWon by Routes To Work SouthWon by Sixth Sense TrainingWon by South Lanarkshire CollegeWon by The Larder West LothianTargeted Support Services
Targeted Support Services This lot is aimed at delivering services targeted at individuals with multiple barriers to employment who require individually tailored support to gain employment or further learning / training. This may be delivered as individual one-to-one keyworker support or as a group-based employability programme. This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
Won by Action for Change (Scotland) LtdWon by Barnardos ScotlandWon by Clydesdale Community InitiativesWon by ENABLE ScotlandWon by Exploring PathwaysWon by First Steps Future Training LimitedWon by Forth Community Resource Centre Steering GroupWon by Routes To Work SouthWon by The Larder West LothianWon by The Princes TrustWon by Salvation ArmyWon by Triage Central LimitedHealth, wellbeing and financial support
Health, wellbeing and financial support This lot supports the holistic development of individuals by addressing health and wellbeing barriers that may hinder employability. Activities promote mental health, physical wellness, and resilience in the workplace. Bidders will be expected to deliver a range of services designed to address specific issues relating to health and wellbeing and specific barriers including debt and financial issues. Activity may include but is not limited to: Support to improve health and fitness Delivery of activities designed to increase engagement and confidence including arts and crafts, cultural activity Counselling and mental health support Advice and guidance relating to alcohol and drug misuse Financial advice and support Therapeutic interventions Specialist supports and interventions This lot will be procured via a Procured Service Arrangement (PSA).
Won by Exploring PathwaysWon by Forth Community Resource Centre Steering GroupWon by Liber8 LanarkshireWon by Routes To Work SouthWon by Salus Occupational Health & SafetyOther
Other Employability Services This lot serves as a flexible category to accommodate employability services and programmes that do not fall within the specific scope of Lots 1-3 but still contribute to supporting individuals towards positive employment or learning outcomes. It allows for innovative, niche, or emerging provision that addresses unique challenges or opportunities within the local labour market. This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
Won by Clydesdale Community InitiativesWon by Exploring PathwaysWon by Hamilton Citizens Advice BureauWon by Lighthouse Business Consultants LtdWon by New College LanarkshireWon by Nithcree TrainingWon by OutLET Play ResourceWon by Routes to Work LtdWon by South Lanarkshire CollegeWon by The Challenges Group
Key details
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Status
- In delivery
- Category
- Services
- Estimated value
- £4,000,000
- Procedure
- Open
- Contract type
- Framework agreement
- Published
- 21 October 2025
- Deadline
- Closed
Award outcome
- Awarded value
- £1,600,000
- Award date
- 21 May 2026
- Contract period
- — → 29 March 2036
- Action for Change (Scotland) Ltd
- Barnardos Scotland
- Blue Triangle (Glasgow) Housing Association
- Clydesdale Community Initiatives
- DGC Training Services Ltd
- ENABLE Scotland
- Exploring Pathways
- First Steps Future Training Limited
- Forth Community Resource Centre Steering Group
- Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau
- Liber8 Lanarkshire
- LiftWell Training ltd
- Lighthouse Business Consultants Ltd
- Merged Education
- New College Lanarkshire
- Nithcree Training
- OutLET Play Resource
- Routes To Work South
- Routes to Work Ltd
- Salus Occupational Health & Safety
- Salvation Army
- Sixth Sense Training
- South Lanarkshire College
- The Challenges Group
- The Larder West Lothian
- The Princes Trust
- Triage Central Limited
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Notice history
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Contract
2 September 2026
Contract Notice
21 October 2025
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