Delivery of UKSPF Progression Towards Inclusive Employment Programme in Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) · Awarded contract
AwardedDelivery of UKSPF Progression Towards Inclusive Employment Programme in Greater Manchester
Awarded 09 Nov 2023
Awarded09 Nov 2023
Value£8,000,000.00
SupplierTHE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
RegionNorth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 1y 7mo ago1y 5mo term
Awarded 9 Nov 2023Expired 30 Mar 2025
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Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) awarded a contract to The Growth Company Limited for the delivery of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Progression Towards Inclusive Employment programme.
The programme identifies, engages, and supports economically inactive Greater Manchester residents aged 19 and over who are furthest from the labour market and have complex needs, including those not engaged with mainstream provision, to address barriers and achieve positive onward destinations.
It also includes a dedicated offer for economically inactive residents aged over 50 experiencing age-related challenges.
The contract, valued at £8,000,000, was commissioned as a further competition/call-off from the education, work and skills flexible procurement system.
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