This framework contract is set up to provide the client with access to a suitably qualified, experienced and resourced supplier who can provide temporary agency workers on an as and when required or scheduled basis.

The framework contract will be utilised by all sections of the client and will be made available to Via East Midlands Limited (VIA).

The key areas of the service comprises of, but is not limited to:

• Provision of Contracts Managers on short notice
• Provision of Project Managers on short notice
• Provision of Site Managers on short notice
• Provision of Labourers on short notice

Benefits of Working for Arc Partnership

Working for the Client provides many benefits for our Suppliers and Contractors. These include:

• Payment within 28 days – Payments will be received by our Supply Chain Partners within 28 days of receipt of an undisputed invoice, helping with cash-flow, business performance and productivity.

• No risk of the Client going out of business - Services undertaken for the Client come with a high level of stability because they are not affected by the same market pressures as the private-sector, with no risk of the Client going out of business.

• Winning the FC can grow your business – Although the Client cannot guarantee the level of requirement the successful Supplier will receive under the FC, there is the potential for the successful Supplier to increase its revenues, enhance its reputation and to grow.

• Honesty and integrity – Contracts and Frameworks procured by SCAPE on behalf of the Client, are awarded via a transparent and published evaluation process. Fair procurement practices are key & name recognition of Bidders does not play any part of the process.

• Contribution to Social Value – Social Value has a huge potential to help make positive changes to the communities the Client operate in. The winning Supplier can help make a real difference to people’s lives.