Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bec-35a6-7360-b9c2-be1da8c925df/tvca-proc-0837-connect-to-work-ips-fidelity-assurance-consultancy awarded GB open procedure # TVCA-PROC-0837 - Connect to Work IPS Fidelity Assurance Consultancy [Tees Valley Combined Authority](https://tendernation.io/buyers/tees-valley-combined-authority) Estimated value Not stated Published 6 Oct 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) (the 'Contracting Authority') has awarded a contract for an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Fidelity Assurance subject matter expert to work with local authorities to strengthen and embed fidelity aligned IPS practice within their Connect to Work delivery. The purpose of this support is to help local authority teams build a shared understanding of IPS fidelity, apply it confidently in day to day delivery, and evidence high quality practice in a consistent and sustainable way. The consultant will act as a critical friend, supporting local areas to understand their current position, identify strengths and risks across their IPS delivery model, and take practical steps to improve quality and outcomes in line with IPS principles. 12 months contract with option to extend for 6 months. Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-07815e-2026-10-06T10:23:32+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-07815e-2026-10-06T10:23:32+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. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Tees Valley Combined Authority: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/tees-valley-combined-authority) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Engineering works and construction works – Integrated Partnerships Framework · Northern Ireland Water · 30 days left · 18 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a156a9-7b9a-73c9-b710-2a5021d3fa0d/united-kingdom-engineering-works-and-construction-works-integrated-partnersh) [Hdc-1714 wadkins pavilion refurbishment · Harborough District Council · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a155bf-f664-72f9-9823-a85d6cddbdc6/hdc-1714-wadkins-pavilion-refurbishment) [Design, supply, and Installation of Newbiggin Skatepark Extension · Newbiggin Town Council · 35 days left · 23 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-19a2-7348-a5cc-3f5ae51ef934/design-supply-and-installation-of-newbiggin-skatepark-extension) [Tender for the design, supply, delivery and installation of a modular UNIT and associated works at ARC healthy living, irvinestown. peaceplus funded upgrade works · Fermanagh and Omagh District Council · 14 days left · 2 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b74-73ec-a6f6-a1af37959997/tender-for-the-design-supply-delivery-and-installation-of-a-modular-unit-and-a) [Architectural, design and building consultancy services - Dalby Visitor Centre · Forestry Commission · 25 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b8a-7041-80fb-e4943876fc38/architectural-design-and-building-consultancy-services-dalby-visitor-centre)