Berkshire Connect to Work Programme

Concepts

• training programme
• wokingham
• berkshire boroughs
• local work, health and skills support
• berkshire
• connect
• supported employment
• employment quality framework
• accountable body
• hidden unemployment

Location

Berkshire:

Description

The commissioning of a Supported employment service using both models of Supported Employment (Individual Placement and Support and Supported Employment Quality Framework) for eligible and suitable participants. Connect to Work is a major DWP-funded programme that will take a collaborative, locally led approach to tackling 'Hidden Unemployment'. It will help connect local work, health and skills support. The funding provides a coherent, systematic and joined up approach to maximise the benefits available for individuals and local communities. The Berkshire Connect to Work Programme intends to appoint a Prime Contractor to deliver the service across all six Berkshire Boroughs, with Wokingham Borough Council as Accountable Body.

Renewal Options

This is a 3 year initial contract with optional extensions up to 24 months in total. An extension beyond 31 March 2030 will only be allowed, subject to additional funding being approved. Extensions to the contract are at the Accountable Body's discretion and will depend on budget availability and performance being in line with expectations.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 80521000 - Training programme services

Indicators

• Options are available.
• Renewals are available.

Other Information

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