Buyer Name: London Borough of Southwark
Buyer Address: Southwark Council, 160 Tooley Street, London, UKI44, SE12QH, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Matt Rolfe
Contact Email: Matthew.Rolfe@southwark.gov.uk
Buyer Name: London Borough of Southwark
Buyer Address: Southwark Council, 160 Tooley Street, London, UKI44, SE12QH, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Matt Rolfe
Contact Email: Matthew.Rolfe@southwark.gov.uk
Over a 15-month period, the Provider shall: - Establish and coordinate a cohesive programme of locally-based creative and cultural sector upskilling opportunities (the 'skills programme') that support residents furthest from the labour market into employment in the sector or further learning/support as a pathway to employment. - Build capacity within the skills programme to increase the number of upskilling opportunities available to residents. - Explore how access to and progression from the skills programme can be improved for all participating residents, but especially those facing significant barriers to employment.
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External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051034-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value: GBP 125,000
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 150,000
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-12-01T00:00:00+00:00
Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-05-31T23:59:59+01:00
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Provider's Proposal (80%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value Submission (10%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Pricing Schedule (10%)
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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