Pathways to Work - Targeted Employment Support for Ethnic Minority Groups in Sheffield

Sheffield City Council, a regional authority, has completed the "Pathways to Work - Targeted Employment Support for Ethnic Minority Groups in Sheffield" procurement process. This project falls under the job search services category and aims to address engagement, employability, and progression to work for economically inactive ethnic minority residents in Sheffield (UKE32 region). This open procurement process, which concluded its tender stage on March 4, 2025, awarded four contracts with a maximum budget of £85,000 each.

The initiative is part-funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Economic Inactivity Trailblazer funds, with additional funding available for exceeding contracted outcomes. Contracts were signed on March 20, 2025, with awards granted to Equal Communities Ltd, Firvale Community Hub, Infinite Skills CiC, and Sharrow Community Forum. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in community action programmes, employment support, and tailored interventions for minority groups.

Companies adept at delivering high-quality engagement and employability services stand to benefit from potentially accessing the pooled budget for exceeding targets. SMEs and community-focused organisations are well-suited to participate, leveraging their expertise to support Sheffield's ethnic minority communities in overcoming labour market barriers. The open procedure invites broad participation, ensuring a transparent and competitive environment for suppliers aiming to expand their service offerings and contribute to local economic activity.