Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13be3-0782-72cb-899a-8db805067d16/armagh-city-banbridge-and-craigavon-borough-council-labour-market-partnership-e closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Labour Market Partnership Employer Led Progression Programme 26/27 [Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Counc](https://tendernation.io/buyers/armagh-banbridge-and-craigavon-borough-counc) Estimated value Not stated Published 1 Jul 2026 Deadline Closed 22 Jul 2026 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender local authority outside of Belfast with a resident population of over 217,000 people. The Borough has a strong and diverse economy with 9,255 VAT and/or PAYE registered businesses, an increase of 3.6% on 2021 (the largest increase of all LGD areas), accounting for 11.7 percent of all such businesses in Northern Ireland. The borough boasts a thriving entrepreneurial and diverse business base ranging from innovative small to medium enterprises (SME’s) to global brands. Council recognises that a skilled, flexible, and resilient workforce is a key to the recovery and growth of the local economy and to achieve our vision for the Borough to be a place where all people can prosper. This means every person being able to access the opportunities available regardless of background or circumstance. This reflects Councils desire to help people, families, businesses, and communities to do well, succeed and flourish. To achieve this vision, ABC Council is committed to tackling the issues that exist in society which prevent equal opportunities for all to achieve their full potential and lead a life which is fulfilled. We are committed to working with a wide range of stakeholders to drive productivity and inclusive growth through investment in skills, enabling businesses and supporting people to achieve and excel. This includes ensuring that the ABC Council area has a dynamic and responsive skills system. Read full description ## CPV classification Training services Education and training services Adult and other education services Vocational training services Personal development training services Coaching services Recruitment services Human resources management consultancy services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-06c1c8-2026-07-01T17:47:55+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-06c1c8-2026-07-01T17:47:55+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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