West Midlands Combined Authority · Awarded contract
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Award of Regional Construction Skills Training Services Contract by West Midlands Combined Authority

Awarded 31 Aug 2019

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Awarded31 Aug 2019
Value£1,000,000.00
SupplierCTUK Ltd,Stoke on Trent College,Total Training Company
AgencyWest Midlands Combined Authority
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 6y 2mo ago1y term
Awarded 31 Aug 2019Expired 30 Aug 2020

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West Midlands Combined Authority awarded a contract to CTUK Ltd, Stoke on Trent College, and Total Training Company for a one-year Regional Construction Skills Training Service, with a total estimated value of up to £1,000,000.

The providers will recruit participants and support them to enter sustained employment of at least 16 hours per week for a minimum period of at least 13 weeks.

Bidders were required to detail existing employer links, including specific employers, genuine vacancies, and a commitment to guaranteed interviews, with vacancies located within the WMCA administrative area.

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