LCRCA - Delivery Partner - Supported Employment Quality Framework

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a delivery partner to implement the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) under its Connect to Work programme. The initiative aims to tackle unemployment and economic inactivity in the Liverpool City Region, with a focus on those facing significant employment disadvantages. This services category tender, estimated at £11,000,000, will be held predominantly online, with initial market engagement events scheduled for the 2nd and 4th of December 2025 via Teams.

The procurement process will adhere to legal guidelines outlined under the UKPGA 2023/54, and delivery is anticipated to commence on 1st April 2026. This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in sectors like research and development, business services, education and training, and health and social work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, given their suitability for this contract.

Interested parties can benefit from understanding the regional employment landscape and aligning their proposals with the LCR's long-term economic strategies. The engagement events serve as a pivotal platform for potential bidders to gain insight into the SEQF's role within the broader Connect to Work framework, enhancing their readiness and competitive edge in this procurement process.