Supported Employment Services

Dorset Council carried out an open tender procedure in search for a single supplier to deliver a Dorset Supported Employment Service which supports Care Act eligible people living with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities seeking employment and voluntary opportunities and supporting them to achieve economic wellbeing and social inclusion whilst maximising their potential as a person living in Dorset. The service will be for adults 16yrs+ and will be able to support young people as they enter adulthood, allowing them the opportunity to receive support to achieve their own employment goals. This is separate to the Connect to Work programme, however there will be a direct interface. The Tender Notice was not used to reserve this contract to supported employment providers or to public service mutuals. An assessment summary has been provided on 26th January 2026 to the assessed tenderer and the standstill period is due to end on 4th February 2026. The contract will not be entered into any earlier than 5th February 2026.