Thames Freeport Skills Programme 2027
This is a contract result notice, not an open opportunity. Details from the official award data.
Thames Freeport is procuring training providers to deliver the Thames Freeport Skills Programme, which funds the design and delivery of vocational, technical, and skills training aligned to local economic priorities in the Thames Freeport region (Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and Thurrock).
The programme aims to: •Improve the supply of skilled labour in priority sectors •Create employment and skills pathways for local people, including those facing barriers to work •Support transitions into sustained employment and in work progression •Develop new curriculum and pilot innovative skills interventions •Strengthen coordination across the local skills system Types of provision include, but are not limited to: •Pre-apprenticeship training and short courses supporting entry into skilled employment •Qualification-based vocational training in construction, manufacturing, and technical trades •Upskilling and reskilling for adults already in work or seeking to progress •Specialist provision for underrepresented groups, including people with physical disabilities or SEND •Employer-linked training designed to lead to genuine job or apprenticeship outcomes •Training in emerging technologies including AI, digital manufacturing, and advanced welding All delivery must take place within the Thames Freeport region.
Providers must have, or commit to establishing, physical delivery locations within the three boroughs before commencement.
Blended learning with some online elements is permitted where it supports value for money.
Avencera Ltd is acting as Procurement Agent and will be managing delivery on behalf of Thames Freeport Limited, supporting the administration, management, and delivery of the procurement process.
What the notice asks for
Improve the supply of skilled labour in
Improve the supply of skilled labour in priority sectors.
Support transitions into sustained employment and in
Support transitions into sustained employment and in work progression.
All delivery must take place within
All delivery must take place within the Thames Freeport region.
Providers must have, or commit to establishing
Providers must have, or commit to establishing, physical delivery locations within the three boroughs before commencement.
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Pre-apprenticeship training and short courses supporting entry into skilled employment
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- ocds-h6vhtk-069326
- Stage
- award · Awarded
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- Find a Tender
- Buyer ref
- 055003-2026
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