Contract award notice
Results of the procurement procedure
Section I: Contracting
entity
I.1) Name and addresses
South Lanarkshire Council
Council Headquarters, Almada Street, Almada Street
Hamilton
ML3 0AA
UK
Contact person: Kirsty Stewart
E-mail: Kirsty.stewart2@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
NUTS: UKM95
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00410
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Employability Services Procured Service Arrangement
Reference number: SLC/CE/24/066
II.1.2) Main CPV code
80000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
The Council is seeking to appoint service providers through a Procured Service Arrangement (PSA). This is a bespoke arrangement/flexible framework which will be developed primarily for Employability Services but can be accessed by all services within the Council.
The PSA will be procured using the “light touch” procedure set out in Regulations 74 -76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (“the 2015 Regulations”). This allows the Council to carry out a selection process which adopts the principles of equal treatment, non-discrimination and transparency and complies with procurement best practice without requiring the use of the traditional open or restricted procedure set out in the 2015 Regulations.
The PSA has a broad scope of service delivery with the opportunity for many providers to be appointed. There is no limit on the number of providers who can be appointed to any of the lots under the PSA. The PSA remains open for its lifetime which allows for new providers to be added over its term, at regular intervals which will be advised by the Council. Applicants to the PSA will be evaluated in ‘Phases’, based on the closing date for each Phase. Following the closing of each Phase, the PSA will re-open for new applications for the next Phase.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
II.1.7) Total value of the procurement
Value excluding VAT:
400 000.00
GBP
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Work Based Learning
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
80200000
80210000
80211000
80212000
80300000
80310000
80420000
80530000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM95
Main site or place of performance:
South Lanarkshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Work Based Learning
This lot focuses on the delivery of work-based learning programmes / qualifications which may include industry-specific training to prepare individuals for roles in key employment sectors. Training is designed to meet the current and emerging needs of local employers and industry, equipping participants with the technical knowledge and qualifications required for their chosen field.
Services may include but is not limited to:
The delivery of vocational qualifications e.g. SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social care or childcare, Foundation Apprenticeship level 4 or 5 in Construction / Auto engineering / Hospitality.
Sector based work academies
The delivery of certificated training such as Emergency First Aid, Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Level 1 award, REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene, moving and handling.
Pre-employment training including a blend of employability skills e.g. communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, time management, critical or creative thinking.
This lot will be procured through the Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
II.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion: Quality
/ Weighting: 90
Price
/ Weighting:
10
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Targeted Support Services
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
80200000
80210000
80211000
80212000
80300000
80310000
80420000
80530000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM95
Main site or place of performance:
South Lanarkshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Targeted Support Services
This lot is aimed at delivering services targeted at individuals with multiple barriers to employment who require individually tailored support to gain employment or further learning / training. This may be delivered as individual one-to-one keyworker support or as a group-based employability programme.
This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
II.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion: Quality
/ Weighting: 90
Price
/ Weighting:
10
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
Health, wellbeing and financial support
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
80200000
80210000
80211000
80212000
80300000
80310000
80420000
80530000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM95
Main site or place of performance:
South Lanarkshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Health, wellbeing and financial support
This lot supports the holistic development of individuals by addressing health and wellbeing barriers that may hinder employability. Activities promote mental health, physical wellness, and resilience in the workplace.
Bidders will be expected to deliver a range of services designed to address specific issues relating to health and wellbeing and specific barriers including debt and financial issues. Activity may include but is not limited to:
Support to improve health and fitness
Delivery of activities designed to increase engagement and confidence including arts and crafts, cultural activity
Counselling and mental health support
Advice and guidance relating to alcohol and drug misuse
Financial advice and support
Therapeutic interventions
Specialist supports and interventions
This lot will be procured via a Procured Service Arrangement (PSA).
II.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion: Quality
/ Weighting: 90
Price
/ Weighting:
10
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Lot No: 4
II.2.1) Title
Other
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80000000
80200000
80210000
80211000
80212000
80300000
80310000
80420000
80530000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM95
Main site or place of performance:
South Lanarkshire
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Other Employability Services
This lot serves as a flexible category to accommodate employability services and programmes that do not fall within the specific scope of Lots 1-3 but still contribute to supporting individuals towards positive employment or learning outcomes. It allows for innovative, niche, or emerging provision that addresses unique challenges or opportunities within the local labour market.
This lot will be procured via a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA).
II.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion: Quality
/ Weighting: 90
Price
/ Weighting:
10
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number in the OJ S:
2025/S 000-067221
Section V: Award of contract
Lot No: 1
Title: Work Based Learning
A contract/lot is awarded:
Yes
V.2 Award of contract
V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
22/05/2026
V.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 13
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 11
Number of tenders received from tenderers from EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 13
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 13
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Blue Triangle (Glasgow) Housing Association
100 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
G3 7HU
UK
NUTS: UKM82
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
DGC Training Services Ltd
303 Orbiston Street
Motherwell
ML1 1QH
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
ENABLE Scotland
Inspire House, 3 Renshaw Place, Eurocentral
Motherwell
ML1 4UF
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
First Steps Future Training Limited
Unit 4, 141 Broad Street
Glasgow
G40 2QR
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
LiftWell Training ltd
141 North Orchard Street
Motherwell
ML1 3JL
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Lighthouse Business Consultants Ltd
Holmleigh, Wernrheolydd, Raglan
Monmouthshire
NP15 2LJ
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Merged Education
Room 33 E K Business Centre, 14 Stroud Road
East Kilbride
G75 0YA
UK
Telephone: +44 7903310753
NUTS: UKM
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
New College Lanarkshire
1 Enterprise Way
Motherwell
ML1 2TX
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Routes to Work Ltd
168-170 Main Street
Bellshill
ML41AR
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Routes To Work South
1-15 Main Street, Cambuslang
Glasgow
G72 7EX
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Sixth Sense Training
25, st Bryde Street
East Kilbride
g744HQ
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
South Lanarkshire College
College Way
East Kilbride
G75 0NE
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Larder West Lothian
Unit 6B2 Brewster Square, Brucefield Industrial Estate
Livingston
EH54 9BJ
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot:
: 400 000.00
GBP
V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
Section V: Award of contract
Lot No: 2
Title: Targeted Support Services
A contract/lot is awarded:
Yes
V.2 Award of contract
V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
22/05/2026
V.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 17
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 14
Number of tenders received from tenderers from EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 17
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 17
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Action for Change (Scotland) Ltd
1.3 , The e-Centre, Cooperage Way
Alloa
FK10 3LP
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Barnardos Scotland
235 Corstorphine Road
Edinburgh
EH12 7AR
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Clydesdale Community Initiatives
39 North Vennel
Lanark
ML11 7PT
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
ENABLE Scotland
Inspire House, 3 Renshaw Place, Eurocentral
Motherwell
ML1 4UF
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Exploring Pathways
195 Lindores Drive
East Kilbride
g741hg
UK
Telephone: +44 7391945559
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
First Steps Future Training Limited
Unit 4, 141 Broad Street
Glasgow
G40 2QR
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Forth Community Resource Centre Steering Group
57 Hawkwood Terrace
Forth
ML11 8AT
UK
Telephone: +44 1555811002
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Routes To Work South
1-15 Main Street, Cambuslang
Glasgow
G72 7EX
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Larder West Lothian
Unit 6B2 Brewster Square, Brucefield Industrial Estate
Livingston
EH54 9BJ
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Princes Trust
Princes Trust Wolfson Centre, 15 Carlton Court
Glasgow
G5 9JP
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Salvation Army
4 Buchanan Court
Stepps
G33 6HZ
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Triage Central Limited
Earlsgate House, 35 St Ninians Road
Stirling
FK8 2HE
UK
NUTS: UKC
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot:
: 400 000.00
GBP
V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
Section V: Award of contract
Lot No: 3
Title: Health, wellbeing and financial support
A contract/lot is awarded:
Yes
V.2 Award of contract
V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
22/05/2026
V.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 7
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 7
Number of tenders received from tenderers from EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 7
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 7
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Exploring Pathways
195 Lindores Drive
East Kilbride
g741hg
UK
Telephone: +44 7391945559
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Forth Community Resource Centre Steering Group
57 Hawkwood Terrace
Forth
ML11 8AT
UK
Telephone: +44 1555811002
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Liber8 Lanarkshire
3 Station Road
Blantyre
G72 9AA
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Routes To Work South
1-15 Main Street, Cambuslang
Glasgow
G72 7EX
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Salus Occupational Health & Safety
Centrum Park, Hagmill Road, Coatbridge
Lanarkshire
ML5 4TD
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot:
: 400 000.00
GBP
V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
Section V: Award of contract
Lot No: 4
Title: Other
A contract/lot is awarded:
Yes
V.2 Award of contract
V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
22/05/2026
V.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 11
Number of tenders received from SMEs: 9
Number of tenders received from tenderers from EU Member States: 0
Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: 11
Number of tenders received by electronic means: 11
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Clydesdale Community Initiatives
39 North Vennel
Lanark
ML11 7PT
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Exploring Pathways
195 Lindores Drive
East Kilbride
g741hg
UK
Telephone: +44 7391945559
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau
67 Almada Street
Hamilton
ML3 0HQ
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Lighthouse Business Consultants Ltd
Holmleigh, Wernrheolydd, Raglan
Monmouthshire
NP15 2LJ
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
New College Lanarkshire
1 Enterprise Way
Motherwell
ML1 2TX
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Nithcree Training
Edinburgh Road
Dumfries
DG1 3NX
UK
NUTS: UK
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
OutLET Play Resource
195 Quarry Street,
Hamilton
ML3 6QR
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Routes to Work Ltd
168-170 Main Street
Bellshill
ML41AR
UK
NUTS: UKM84
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
South Lanarkshire College
College Way
East Kilbride
G75 0NE
UK
NUTS: UKM95
The contractor is an SME:
No
V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
The Challenges Group
7 Montgomery Street Lane
Edinburgh
EH75JT
UK
NUTS: UKM75
The contractor is an SME:
Yes
V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Total value of the contract/lot:
: 400 000.00
GBP
V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
Exclusion Criteria
Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.
SPD Questions 3A – 3C have been identified as mandatory exclusion grounds and SPD Questions 3D have been identified as discretionary exclusion grounds. All the exclusion grounds will be assessed on a PASS/FAIL basis. For the mandatory exclusion grounds a bid will be excluded where the Applicant fails to provide either a positive response or to provide details to the satisfaction of the Council of the self cleansing measures undertaken. For the discretionary exclusion grounds a bid may be excluded where the Applicant fails to provide either a positive response or if the Council is not satisfied as to the self cleansing measures undertaken.
Declarations and Certificates
In an open tendering procedure prior to any award being made the successful Applicant will provide the undernoted certificates, declarations and/or completed questionnaires to evidence their compliance with the relevant questions within the Qualification Envelope.
All certificates, declarations and questionnaires can be found within the Attachment area of PCS-T.
SPD Question 2D.1 Prompt Payment Certificate
SPD Question 3A.6 Modern Slavery Act 2015 Declaration
SPD Questions 3A.1 to 3A.8 Serious and Organised Crime Declaration
SPD Question 3D.3 Human Rights Act Declaration
SPD Question 3D.11 Non-Collusion Certificate
SPD Question 4B.5.1 Insurance Certificates / Schedules
SPD Question 4C.6 Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act
2007 Declaration
Declaration Section *Form of Tender
All certificates, declarations and questionnaires can be found within the Attachment area of PCS-T.
The ‘Form of Offer to Tender’ must be completed and uploaded within the relevant question in the Commercial Envelope. Failure to provide this information or in the event that the information provided does not support or evidence the statements made within the SPD will invalidate the bid.
Failure to provide this information or in the event that the information provided does not support or evidence the statements made within the SPD will invalidate the bid.
(SC Ref:841902)
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
Hamilton Sheriff Court
Sheriff Court House, 4 Beckford Street,
Hamilton
ML3 0BT
UK
Telephone: +44 1698282957
E-mail: hamiltoncivil@scotcourts.gov.uk
Internet address(es)
URL: www.scotscourts.gov.uk
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
02/09/2026