Restart Scheme

Department for Work & PensionscontractContracts FinderRef tender_217375/959666SME suitableVCSE suitablecomplete
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Estimated value

£1.7bn

Awarded value

£2.6bn

Awarded 25 Apr 2021

Suppliers

1

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

14 May 2021

Deadline 15 Mar 2021

Description

The new Restart Scheme will give Universal Credit and Jobseekers Allowance claimants who have been out of work for 6 months or more, enhanced support to find jobs. Referrals to the scheme have been extended for two years until June 2026. The Restart Scheme will break down employment barriers that could be holding them back from finding work. Providers will work with employers, local government and other partners to deliver tailored support for individuals.

Scope

Reference
tender_217375/959666
Total value
£1,682,063,737 excluding VAT
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
25 Apr 2021 to 28 Jun 2026
CPV classifications
80000000
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Submission & procedure

Submission deadline
15 Mar 2021, 10:00 am

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£2.6bn

Award date

25 Apr 2021

Contract start

25 Apr 2021

Contract end

28 Jun 2026