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Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement - Phase 4

South Lanarkshire Council(buyer)

Published
Published 3 June 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 3 December 2026 (44 days left)
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Overview

South Lanarkshire Council is establishing a flexible framework arrangement to procure employability services, with an estimated value of £4 million. The arrangement will be open for the lifetime of the framework, allowing multiple service providers to be appointed across various lots with new providers added at regular intervals through phased application rounds. The procurement will be conducted using the light touch procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

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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 e.g. 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).

  • Targeted 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).

  • Health, 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 by delivering activities that 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. Activities 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).

  • Other

    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).

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£4,000,000
Procedure
Open
Published
3 June 2026
Deadline
3 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Education and training servicesSecondary education servicesTechnical and vocational secondary education servicesTechnical secondary education servicesVocational secondary education servicesHigher education servicesYouth education servicesE-learning services+1 more

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