Future Ready Pathway – Market Research Questionnaire

What this is

Inverclyde Council is conducting market research to understand the capability, capacity, risks, and opportunities related to the development and delivery of a schools-based entrepreneurship and financial skills programme across Inverclyde. Interested parties are invited to complete a market research questionnaire and return it to Daniel.ODonnell@inverclyde.gov.uk by 24 February 2026. This is a Prior Information Notice; the contract notice is expected around 11 June 2026.

Key points

• Market research exercise only — not a call for competition; return the questionnaire by 24 February 2026.
• Scope: schools-based entrepreneurship and financial skills programme aligned with Curriculum for Excellence, DYW, and Scottish Attainment Challenge.
• Full contract notice expected around 11 June 2026.

Who can bid

This is a market research exercise only, not a call for competition. Interested parties should complete the attached market research questionnaire. No formal eligibility criteria apply at this stage.

How it is scored

Market research responses will inform the future procurement strategy, including assessment of feasibility of a single delivery partner model and cost drivers.

Money

No contract value stated at this stage. Responses will help Inverclyde Council understand indicative costs and cost drivers.

How to submit

Complete the attached questionnaire (Market Research - Future Ready Pathway: Final) and email it to Daniel.ODonnell@inverclyde.gov.uk by 24 February 2026 at 12:00.

Clarifications

The deadline for questions is 24 February 2026 at 12:00. Contact Daniel.ODonnell@Inverclyde.gov.uk.

Classification

CPV 80000000 — Education and training services 80510000 — Specialist training services80530000 — Vocational training services79411100 — Business development consultancy services80310000 — Youth education services ScotlandGlasgow & Strathclyde