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Inclusive Employer Engagement and Partnership Development

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Response Deadline12/03/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The Inclusive Employer Engagement and Partnership Development subcontract for Portsmouth City Council focuses on expanding inclusive work opportunities through strategic outreach and consultancy. The selected provider will engage with prime contractors and employers across South Hampshire to build a robust network of inclusive businesses and a sustainable placement pipeline. Key responsibilities include facilitating volunteering and work tasters, as well as providing expert guidance on reasonable adjustments to support neurodivergent staff. Qualified candidates must demonstrate a proven track record in corporate partnership development and a deep understanding of inclusive recruitment standards. This project aims to bridge the gap between employers and diverse talent pools to foster a more accessible local labor market. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of December 3, 2026.

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Agency

Portsmouth City Council

NAICS

541612 - Human Resources Consulting Services

Place of Performance

GBR

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of P00005271.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Employment Readiness and Progression Support Service - Portsmouth 2026

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PostedNov 5

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Response DeadlineDec 3

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12/03/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyPortsmouth City Council

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Organization / AgencyPortsmouth City Council

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Performs outreach and consultancy for prime contractors on Portsmouth City Council projects to create inclusive work opportunities. Develops relationships with employers in South Hampshire, facilitates work tasters and volunteering, and advises on reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent staff. Requires a track record of corporate partnership development and inclusive recruitment standards. Delivers a network of inclusive employers and placement pipeline.

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