Official UK procurement notice
Community Support for Men · Ministry of Justice (Mar 2025)
Authority: Ministry of Justice (Central government)
What is being bought27 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionThe Authority is seeking to procure the second generation of rehabilitative services for Community Support for men to help them address rehabilitative needs and to desist from offending, across England (other than Greater Manchester, where a procurement for similar services will be led by GM Combined Authority) and Wales.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL FIGURES IN THIS PART OF THIS NOTICE ARE INCLUDING VAT, HOWEVER THE LOT BREAKDOWNS EXCLUDE VAT.
The budget for the men's services is £854,446,832 (inc. VAT) for the full term of the contracts (optional extensions included), final values will be confirmed once the spending review and governance is completed. There is , an indicative award date of October 2026 and an anticipated indicative go-live date of March 2027. The proposed contract length shall be 5 years, with the option to extend by up to 3 further years.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the contract based on £854,446,832 (inc. VAT) as per the value stated above.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Total Contract value is aimed to range between £854,446,832 (inc. VAT) and £1,128,855,881 (inc. VAT) but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of lead bidder, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
The Funding Partner will deliver this combined service by tendering 27 contracts across two waves of tenders:
Wave 1:
Lot 1 - Community Support for men in Cleveland
Lot 2 - Community Support for men in Durham
Lot 3 - Community Support for men in Northumbria
Lot 4 - Community Support for men in Cheshire, Merseyside
Lot 5 - Community Support for men in Cumbria
Lot 6 - Community Support for men in Lancashire
Lot 7 - Community Support for men in North Wales, Dyfed-Powys
Lot 8 - Community Support for men in Gwent, South Wales
Lot 9 - Community Support for men in Thames Valley
Lot 10 - Community Support for men in Hampshire
Lot 11 - Community Support for men in Isle of Wight
Lot 12 - Community Support for men in Avon and Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire
Lot 13 - Community Support for men in Devon and Cornwall, Dorset
Lot 14 - Community Support for men in Kent
Lot 15 - Community Support for men in Surrey, Sussex
Wave 2:
Lot 16 - Community Support for men in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire
Lot 17 - Community Support for men in Leicestershire, Lincolnshire
Lot 18 - Community Support for men in Staffordshire
Lot 19 - Community Support for men in Warwickshire, West Mercia
Lot 20 - Community Support for men in West Midlands
Lot 21 - Community Support for men in Humberside, North Yorkshire
Lot 22 - Community Support for men in South Yorkshire
Lot 23 - Community Support for men in West Yorkshire
Lot 24 - Community Support for men in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire
Lot 25 - Community Support for men in Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk
Lot 26 - Community Support for men in London 26 and over
Lot 27 - Community Support for men in London 18 - 25
Together and within the contract, we aim to create responsive, innovative solutions and foster lasting, positive impacts. Partnerships will be at the core of these contracts to significantly enhance the capabilities and reach of the involved entities.
Co-commissioning:
The Funding Partner is not currently pursuing co-commissioning, but flexibility is retained to allow future contributions from other public bodies. Any additional funding would be managed by the Funding Partner, with services delivered in line with the existing specification and governed through appropriate contract and change control processes, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.
- How the procedure runs: Contracts will be competed through a competitive flexible procedure, following a two--stage (optional third-stage) tender process of written tender responses. Stage 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire: The Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) is a set of questions that a Supplier must satisfy to be able to go to the next stage of this procurement. These questions will relate to the Supplier’s legal and financial capacity as well as their technical ability. Suppliers will indicate which of the 27 lots they wish to be invited to tender for in this stage. After outcome letters are issued, Suppliers who passed all of the PSQ stages will be invited to Stage 2. Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender: Suppliers who successfully pass Stage 1 PSQ shall be invited to Stage 2 ITT. For this stage, the procurement process shall compete 27 separate Lots, which will result in a maximum total of 27 separate Contracts. The Lots shall be competed in two separate competition waves as outlined in the procurement description. The tender documents shall contain quality questions, and a financial response template along with a draft contract, and associated schedules which require a written tender response for each Lot respectively. Stage 3 - Preferred Supplier Stage: OPTIONAL STAGE ONLY. Once all Suppliers have been notified of the intention to award for each respective Lot, the Funding Partner will determine whether a further stage, known as the Preferred Supplier Stage, will be enacted. This stage is not mandatory and may be enacted at the discretion of the Funding Partner. If enacted, the Preferred Supplier Stage will cover the following: Contract Finalisation - ensure all contractual provisions are clearly understood and agreed in line with the terms set out in the procurement process. Mobilisation Planning - agree key activities, responsibilities and timelines ahead of commencement of the contract. Mitigating Reservations - the purpose of these discussions is to reduce, mitigate or remove the risk caused by reservations that may arise during the contract term. It is not permitted as part of these discussions to alter the bid in a material way that would have changed the result of the tender process. Contract Management Setup - Establishing governance, reporting requirements, data requirements, responsibilities and timelines for regular contract management activity.
CPV: Probation services
Lots and requirements (27)Procurement structure
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Lot #1Community Support for men in ClevelandRenewalPublished value£13,710,573
Community Support for men in Cleveland:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £13,710,573 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £13,710,573 excluding VAT and £17,977,628 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North East Probation Region was held on July 31, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #2Community Support for men in DurhamRenewalPublished value£21,359,692
Community Support for men in Durham:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £21,359,692 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £21,359,692 excluding VAT and £24,511,597 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North East Probation Region was held on July 31, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #3Community Support for men in NorthumbriaRenewalPublished value£18,828,043
Community Support for men in Northumbria:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Delivery Partner, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £18,828,043 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £18,828,043 excluding VAT and £25,924,750 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North East Probation Region was held on July 31, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #4Community Support for men in Cheshire, MerseysideRenewalPublished value£39,165,019
Community Support for men in Cheshire, Merseyside:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £39,165,019 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £39,165,019 excluding VAT and £56,653,048 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North West Probation Region was held on July 14, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #5Community Support for men in CumbriaRenewalPublished value£6,413,276
Community Support for men in Cumbria:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £6,413,276 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £6,413,276 excluding VAT and £7,477,694 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North West Probation Region was held on July 14, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #6Community Support for men in LancashireRenewalPublished value£30,361,930
Community Support for men in Lancashire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £30,361,930 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £30,361,930 excluding VAT and £40,203,144 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the North West Probation Region was held on July 14, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #7Community Support for men in North Wales, Dyfed-PowysRenewalPublished value£17,910,178
Community Support for men in North Wales, Dyfed-Powys:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £17,910,178 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £17,910,178 excluding VAT and £23,631,587 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Wales Probation Region was held on July 3, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #8Community Support for men in Gwent, South WalesRenewalPublished value£38,381,715
Community Support for men in Gwent, South Wales:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £38,381,715 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £38,381,715 excluding VAT and £50,295,322 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Wales Probation Region was held on July 3, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #9Community Support for men in Thames ValleyRenewalPublished value£23,418,684
Community Support for men in Thames Valley:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £23,418,684 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £23,418,684 excluding VAT and £30,382,674 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the South Central Probation Region was held on July 15, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
Cyber Essential Plus
IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 or …
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #10Community Support for men in HampshireRenewalPublished value£18,084,822
Community Support for men in Hampshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £18,084,822 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £18,084,822 excluding VAT and £23,772,727 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the South Central Probation Region was held on July 15, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #11Community Support for men in Isle of WightRenewalPublished value£1,434,588
Community Support for men in Isle of Wight:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £1,434,588 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £1,434,588 excluding VAT and £1,857,479 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the South Central Probation Region was held on July 15, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #12Community Support for men in Avon and Somerset, Gloucestershire, WiltshireRenewalPublished value£25,935,635
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £25,935,635 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £25,935,635 excluding VAT and £36,584,351 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the South West Probation Region was held on July 23, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #13Community Support for men in Devon and Cornwall, DorsetRenewalPublished value£23,951,470
Community Support for men in Devon and Cornwall, Dorset:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £23,951,470 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £23,951,470 excluding VAT and £30,823,516 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the South West Probation Region was held on July 23, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #14Community Support for men in KentRenewalPublished value£28,298,542
Community Support for men in Kent:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £28,298,542 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £28,298,542 excluding VAT and £35,069,800 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Kent, Sussex and Surrey Probation Region was held on July 31, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #15Community Support for men in Surrey, SussexRenewalPublished value£18,624,929
Community Support for men in Surrey, Sussex:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Suppler, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £18,624,929 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £18,624,929 excluding VAT and £26,052,658 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Kent, Sussex and Surrey Probation Region was held on July 31, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #16Community Support for men in Derbyshire, NottinghamshireRenewalPublished value£37,249,388
Community Support for men in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £37,249,388 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £37,249,388 excluding VAT and £47,034,402 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the East Midlands Probation Region was held on July 30, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #17Community Support for men in Leicestershire, LincolnshireRenewalPublished value£25,307,193
Community Support for men in Leicestershire, Lincolnshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £25,307,193 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £25,307,193 excluding VAT and £31,683,052 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the East Midlands Probation Region was held on July 30, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #18Community Support for men in StaffordshireRenewalPublished value£31,978,499
Community Support for men in Staffordshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £31,978,499 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £31,978,499 excluding VAT and £36,087,064 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the West Midlands Probation Region was held on July 9, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #19Community Support for men in Warwickshire, West MerciaRenewalPublished value£22,836,761
Community Support for men in Warwickshire, West Mercia:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £22,836,761 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £22,836,761 excluding VAT and £28,385,299 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the West Midlands Probation Region was held on July 9, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #20Community Support for men in West MidlandsRenewalPublished value£33,352,568
Community Support for men in West Midlands:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £33,352,568 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £33,352,568 excluding VAT and £46,756,739 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the West Midlands Probation Region was held on July 9, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #21Community Support for men in Humberside, North YorkshireRenewalPublished value£16,613,812
Community Support for men in Humberside, North Yorkshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £16,613,812 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £16,613,812 excluding VAT and £23,811,780 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Region was held on July 28, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #22Community Support for men in South YorkshireRenewalPublished value£18,143,947
Community Support for men in South Yorkshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £18,143,947 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £18,143,947 excluding VAT and £25,066,169 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Region was held on July 28, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #23Community Support for men in West YorkshireRenewalPublished value£24,520,710
Community Support for men in West Yorkshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £24,520,710 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £24,520,710 excluding VAT and £38,191,116 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Region was held on July 28, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #24Community Support for men in Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, NorthamptonshireRenewalPublished value£25,948,062
Community Support for men in Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £25,948,062 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £25,948,062 excluding VAT and £35,175,396 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the East of England Probation Region was held on July 22, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
Lot #25Community Support for men in Essex, Norfolk and SuffolkRenewalPublished value£26,732,386
Community Support for men in Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk:
The men's services will provide a combined, whole-person, individualised service to help service users:
- Build supportive relationships and social networks. This might include family relationships, friends, community groups and peer communities.
- Connect to a range of community-based activities and resources that matter to them. This could include volunteering, sport or constructive leisure activities.
- Progress towards recovery from drug or alcohol use and gambling.
- Achieve and maintain sustainable outcomes in relation to housing, employment and financial management.
The Supplier, who will undertake the role of Lead Delivery Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all services in the specification. It is envisaged that to deliver the whole breadth of services, a supply chain may be utilised under the direction of the Supplier, who will instruct, engage and collaborate with a supply chain to ensure successful delivery of the required services.
Please note for the purposes of this Tender opportunity the Funding Partner will be awarding the lot based on £26,732,386 excluding VAT.
Suppliers should note that the Funding Partner is currently undertaking an internal spending review. As a result, the funding allocated to this procurement lot may be subject to change prior to the award of the contract.
The Procurement lot is aimed to range between £26,732,386 excluding VAT and £36,841,039 excluding VAT but the Funding Partner reserves the right to award below the minimum and maximum values if the outcome of the spending review changes our position. The Funding Partner aims to not go below 13% of the lower value and any changes will be communicated at the appropriate time in the procurement.
Please note, these new combined services will replace the existing separate pathway services previously procured which cover Dependency & Recovery, Personal Wellbeing, Accommodation, Finance, Benefits Debt and Education, Training and Employment.
Each probation region hosted their own market engagement events in July 2025 as part of the wider engagement activity. The event for the East of England Probation Region was held on July 22, 2025.
- Economic & financial standing
The following is a high-level overview of what will be required from a legal and financial capacity for the CoP.
Exclusion Information:
The Supplier and their Associated Persons identified for this contract, must provide responses to a series of Mandatory and Discretionary Exclusion questions as part of their core supplier information on Find a Tender (Central Digital Platform) this will be checked by the Funding Partner.
Financial Viability Risk Assessment (FVRA):
The Funding Partner will carry out an Assessment of the Supplier’s and if applicable Associated Persons financial stability. Suppliers will be required to enter their financial information into the FVRA.
Parent Company Guarantee (PCG):
The Supplier must confirm if they have a Parent Company, if this is a yes then Suppliers will be required to have a (PCG) signed by the effective date (contract signature).
Insurance:
The Supplier must hold, or commit to obtain, prior to the award of the contract, the levels of insurance cover as follows: Please confirm whether you already have, or can commit to obtain, once the contract is awarded, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: a. Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = £5,000,000 b. Third Party Public and Products Liability Insurance = £10,000,000 c. Professional Indemnity Insurance = £5,000,000
Cyber Security:
Suppliers will need to confirm that they can obtain the following prior to the Start Date:
- Cyber Essential Plus
- IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2…
- Technical & professional ability
As part of the PSQ Suppliers will be required to answer the following three technical questions as part of the COP:
- Q1 - Give an example of where your organisation led rehabilitation services for people with multiple disadvantages. Explain how support was tailored to individuals, how outcomes were measured, and how this shows your ability to deliver similar person-centred services to the services to be provided under these contracts.
- Q2 - Can you provide examples of your experience in building and utilising strategic partnerships including third sector organisations, to deliver rehabilitative services.
- Q3 - Can you provide an example of your experience demonstrating how you have created employment opportunities for individuals with lived experience, supported their success, and incorporated their insights to enhance your service delivery model?
More information on the evaluation criteria will be found in the Annexes which will be found in the attachment area of Jaggaer system our e-sourcing platform.
- Condition of participationshortlisting
All Suppliers who pass the relevant requirements of the PSQ in respect of a particular lot will be invited to tender in respect of that lot.
What it takes to wini
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add morei
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Published sub-criteria (11)
- Delivery Model & Knowledge of the Local Landscape: 22%
- Flexibility: 11%
- Partnerships: 19%
- Continuous Improvement: 10.5%
- Staff: 12.5%
- Mobilisation: 5%
- Finance 1: 2%
- Finance 2: 2%
- Value for Money 1: 4%
- Value for Money 2: 2%
- Social Value: 10%
Published award criteria (11)
- Delivery Model & Knowledge of the Local Landscape: Please note the questions are the same across the Lots, but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Flexibility: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Partnerships: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Continuous Improvement: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Staff: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Social Value: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Mobilisation: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Finance 1: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Finance 2: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Value for Money 1: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
- Value for Money 2: Please note the questions are the same in the main but there are amendments for two regions that will not buy in-housing services.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Competitive flexible procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Closed
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Light touch regime
- Commercial structure
- Stand-alone contract (no framework)
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 28 Mar 2025, 12:35 GMT
- Last source update
- 10 Oct 2025, 10:47 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end – 11 Sept 2026
- Authority reference
prj_14564- FTS notice number
2025/S 000-060156- Latest notice
- Tender notice (UK4)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fa05Find a Tender- Contract terms summary
Subject to the relevant provisions of the Contract, the Funding Partner will pay the Delivery Partner the Charges:
- before the end of the period of thirty (30) days beginning with the day on which an invoice is received by the Funding Partner in respect of the sum; or
- if later, by the date on which the payment falls due in accordance with the invoice,
subject to the invoice being verified by the Funding Partner as valid and undisputed; and
- in cleared funds using the payment method and details stated in the invoice or in the Award Form.
- A Delivery Partner invoice is only valid if it:
- includes the minimum required information set out in section 68(9) of the Procurement Act 2023;
- includes all appropriate references including this Agreement reference number and other details reasonably requested by the Funding Partner; and
- includes a detailed breakdown of delivered Services and Milestone(s) (if any).
The Delivery Partner will include a clause in all sub-contracts requiring payment of all sums due to Supply Chain Partners within no more than thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice received from a Supply Chain Partner.
The default requirement will be for the Delivery Partner to use the Funding Partners e-invoicing system.
All invoices will be paid in GBP by electronic transfer of funds to the bank account that the relevant Party has specified on its invoice.
- How it runs
Contracts will be competed through a competitive flexible procedure, following a two--stage (optional third-stage) tender process of written tender responses.
Stage 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire:
The Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) is a set of questions that a Supplier must satisfy to be able to go to the next stage of this procurement. These questions will relate to the Supplier’s legal and financial capacity as well as their technical ability.
Suppliers will indicate which of the 27 lots they wish to be invited to tender for in this stage.
After outcome letters are issued, Suppliers who passed all of the PSQ stages will be invited to Stage 2.
Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender:
Suppliers who successfully pass Stage 1 PSQ shall be invited to Stage 2 ITT.
For this stage, the procurement process shall compete 27 separate Lots, which will result in a maximum total of 27 separate Contracts. The Lots shall be competed in two separate competition waves as outlined in the procurement description.
The tender documents shall contain quality questions, and a financial response template along with a draft contract, and associated schedules which require a written tender response for each Lot respectively.
Stage 3 - Preferred Supplier Stage: OPTIONAL STAGE ONLY.
Once all Suppliers have been notified of the intention to award for each respective Lot, the Funding Partner will determine whether a further stage, known as the Preferred Supplier Stage, will be enacted. This stage is not mandatory and may be enacted at the discretion of the Funding Partner. If enacted, the Preferred Supplier Stage will cover the following:
Contract Finalisation - ensure all contractual provisions are clearly understood and agreed in line with the terms set out in the procurement process.
Mobilisation Planning - agree key activities, responsibilities and timelines ahead of commencement of the contract.
Mitigating Reservations - the purpose of these discussions is to reduce, mitigate or remove the risk caused by reservations that may arise during the contract term. It is not permitted as part of these discussions to alter the bid in a material way that would have changed the result of the tender process.
Contract Management Setup - Establishing governance, reporting requirements, data requirements, responsibilities and timelines for regular contract management activity.
- Risks
In line with Section 74 and Schedule 8 of the Procurement Act 2023, and recognising that this is a light touch contract, the Funding Partner has prepared a list of Known Risks which, at the time of publication, are accurate and relevant. These are available below:
Inflation - High CPI Impacting Contract Viability:
Unexpected increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) may significantly raise the cost of delivering contracted services, potentially rendering the contract financially unviable over time. This risk doesn't change the position and mechanism provided in the ITT and contract documentation and this method should be applied when modelling the solution and which may result in a change of scope and/or contract value.
Departmental Reprioritisation:
There is a risk that changes in government policy, ministerial priorities, or funding allocations particularly following a General Election, departmental restructuring, or HM Treasury spending reviews may significantly impact the delivery of probation services. This includes potential shifts in focus between custodial and community-based interventions, changes to the Integrated Offender Management (IOM), or the introduction of new rehabilitation programmes (e.g. through the Reducing Reoffending Delivery Plan), resulting in a change of scope and/or contract value.
Co-commissioning Mid-contract:
There is a strategic risk associated with the need to introduce co-commissioned services during the lifetime of the contract to maximise outcome for service users across multiple public sector organisations. The current commissioning may not be sufficiently flexible to accommodate new or evolving partnership arrangements once the contract is underway, resulting in a change of scope and/or contract value.
How it was run
Official notice- Requests to participate (first stage)
- 22 Oct 2025, 13:00 BST
- Submission deadline
- 22 Oct 2025, 13:00 BST
- Clarification deadline
- 9 Oct 2025, 13:00 BST
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en
Timeline
28 Mar 2025 → 1 Mar 2027 · 9 dates- Planning notice published28 Mar 2025, 12:35 GMT
- Market engagement397 days ago24 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
Upcoming Market Engagement Events – Rehabilitative Services Recommissioning
Shape the Future of Rehabilitative Services – Get Involved!
We invite you to join us in architecting the next generation of Rehabilitative Services. We are launching a landmark series of collaborative events to bring together key partners to co-design the future of support in both Custody and the Community.
Over the coming weeks, all suppliers, whether long-standing partners or new entrants will have the opportunity to stay informed, influence decisions, and co-design services that make a real difference. This is your chance to get involved, contribute your expertise, and be part of building a service that truly changes lives.
Why Attend?
More than just updates, these events are catalysts for collaboration. This is a shared journey where we will unveil our latest findings, explain how they are shaping our path forward, and invite you to help chart the course. Your perspective is the vital ingredient in creating services built on trust, transparency, inclusivity, and ensuring they deliver meaningful impact for everyone who relies on them.
By taking part, you’ll help:
- Influence future service design
- Receive first-hand updates
- Shape strong partnerships
- Foster collaboration
- Support transparency and trust
- Tailored for You
We’ve designed two complementary streams to support a diverse range of providers:
Strategic Workshops - For organisations looking to lead bids or form consortia. These sessions will focus on commercial models, governance, contract management, and performance frameworks.
Specialist Roundtables - For sub-contractors and niche providers. These events will spotlight frontline practice, innovation, and social-value delivery.
To foster true collaboration, we've opened every session to our entire supply chain network. Although each stream has a dedicated focus, we invite you to look beyond your immediate role. Choose the discussions where your unique perspective can add the most value or that offer fresh insights for your work.
Be Part of the Conversation
Your voice matters. These sessions are your opportunity to influence strategy, build meaningful partnerships, and collaborate on a service model that delivers long-term, life-changing impact.
Register today to secure your place. Let's build a high-impact, transparent, and collaborative rehabilitative service together.
Join us in setting the new standard for excellence in public provision.
What's Happening and When?
Market Informing (26th February 2025) - Completed.
Specification, Flexibility and Partnerships:
- 25th March 2025 (lead bidders/consortia) - Completed.
- 27th March 2025 (supply chain/sub-contractors) - Completed.
Consultation & Readiness on Key Commercial Components (e.g. evaluation questions, Pay mech, Performance etc.):
- 29th April 2025 (supply chain/sub-contractors) - Completed.
- 30th April 2025 (lead bidders/consortia) - Completed.
Potential Lead Bidder presentation events:
- 17th, 18th and 19th June 2025 - Completed.
Request slides for the above events at [email protected]
Regional Market Engagement - via Teams:
- Wales: 3rd July 2025 – Completed
- West Midlands: 9th July – Completed
- North West: 14th July – Completed
- South Central: 15th July – Completed
- London: 17th July – Completed
- East of England: 22nd July – Completed
- South West: 23rd July – Completed
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 28th July – Completed
- East Midlands: 30th July – Completed
- Kent, Surrey and Sussex: 31st July – Completed
- North East: 31st July – Completed
PA23 Central Digital Platform Upskilling:
- 19th August 2025 - via Teams - Completed
Engagement and Final Tender Documentation:
- 11th September 2025 - via Teams - Completed
How to Register
Complete our Microsoft Registration Form to be added to our mailing list to receive registration links for each event via email:
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Don't miss this chance to engage, collaborate, and shape the future!
- Next notice expected396 days ago25 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
- Tender notice published396 days ago26 Sept 2025, 13:41 BST
- Clarification questions by383 days ago9 Oct 2025, 13:00 BST
- Latest notice published382 days ago10 Oct 2025, 10:47 BST
- Submission deadline370 days ago22 Oct 2025, 13:00 BST
- Award decision expected by45 days ago11 Sept 2026, 23:59 BST
- Today27 Oct 2026
- Contract startsin 124 days1 Mar 2027
Notice history
27 events · 19 releases on Find a Tender · since 28 Mar 2025- Preliminary market engagement notice published28 Mar 2025, 12:35 GMTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published13 May 2025, 14:02 BSTUK2
- Pipeline notice published21 May 2025, 15:48 BSTUK1
- Published value updated to £848,639,90821 May 2025, 15:48 BSTwas £899,867,805
- Status changed to planned21 May 2025, 15:48 BST
- Preliminary market engagement notice published21 May 2025, 16:03 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published26 Jun 2025, 16:19 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published8 Jul 2025, 09:32 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published15 Jul 2025, 11:28 BSTUK2
- Planned procurement notice published8 Aug 2025, 16:25 BSTUK3
- Published value updated to £712,039,0288 Aug 2025, 16:25 BSTwas £848,639,908
- Procurement method changed8 Aug 2025, 16:25 BST
- Preliminary market engagement notice published29 Aug 2025, 14:44 BSTUK2
- Pipeline notice published29 Aug 2025, 15:03 BSTUK1
- Planned procurement notice published1 Sept 2025, 12:10 BSTUK3
- Planned procurement notice published17 Sept 2025, 14:22 BSTUK3
- Preliminary market engagement notice published17 Sept 2025, 14:33 BSTUK2
- Pipeline notice published17 Sept 2025, 14:46 BSTUK1
- Preliminary market engagement notice published17 Sept 2025, 14:47 BSTUK2
- Pipeline notice published24 Sept 2025, 13:38 BSTUK1
- Published value updated to £712,039,02724 Sept 2025, 13:38 BSTwas £712,039,028
- Preliminary market engagement notice published24 Sept 2025, 13:40 BSTUK2
- Planned procurement notice published24 Sept 2025, 14:00 BSTUK3
- Published value updated to £712,039,02624 Sept 2025, 14:00 BSTwas £712,039,027
- Tender notice published26 Sept 2025, 13:41 BSTUK4
- Status changed to active26 Sept 2025, 13:41 BST
- Tender notice published10 Oct 2025, 10:47 BSTUK4
Published amendments (14)
Publication date of tender or transparency notice, procurement description and estimated total values all changed - due to governance processes and timescales.
Minor change to VAT value, engagement and submission deadlines updated, engagement process description amended and updated and future events added - due to governance processes and timescales.
Amendment to date of Engagement and Final Tender Documentation event.
Amendment to date of PA23 Central Digital Platform Upskilling.
Updated: number of contracts available; estimated contract values; estimated contract dates; engagement process description and additional market engagement event added - due to governance processes and timescales
Routine re-releases (19)
- 2025-09: 6 releases · 1 Sept 2025, 24 Sept 2025
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Official documents & specifications (21)
Official links; attachments are not copiedTender pack and attachments
- Bidding documents and specificationsAccess: The Funding Partner will be using its e-sourcing Portal known as Jaggaer to release all documents and communicate to the market. Registration: The e-sourcing Portal is an online application that allows all Suppliers to create and submit their responses to any PSQ and Tenders via the internet. Supplier's instructions to express an interest in this Tender: 1) Login to the Portal at: https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html with username and password; 2) Click the PQQs/ITTs Open to All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier); 3) Click on the relevant PSQ/ITT to access the content using the following: PSQ Code - PQQ_531 Project Code - prj_14564; 4) Click the "Express Interest" button at the top of the page. This will move the PSQ/ITT into your "My PQQs/My ITTs" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only); 5) You can now access any attachments by clicking "Supplier Attachments" in the "PQQ details" box instructions on how to submit a Tender will be provided; 6) If you experience any technical problems, please e-mail [email protected]; 7) In the event of system issues please contact the Jaggaer Helpdesk via telephone 0845 0100 132.
Notices published for this procedure
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Planned procurement notice Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
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- Planned procurement notice Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- Planned procurement notice Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Planned procurement notice Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender