My Career Insights (MCI) Integrated Model
Tender Overview
About this tender
The proposed procurement seeks an external supplier/s to deliver the new integrated MCI program in all government secondary schools statewide from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028 for a total contract term of 2 years. Continuing to contract an external supplier/s for the future service model will ensure consistency of delivery, scalability, and greater equity in delivery across secondary schools. Like the existing model, the future service model requires an external supplier/s to manage all aspects of program development and delivery, including the following functions: recruit, train and manage a workforce of high-quality specialist career counsellors deliver the career diagnostic tool end-to-end process and related administrative functions in collaboration with schools. Technical Enquiries Robbie Banga Phone: +61 (3) 70225776 robbie.banga@education.vic.gov.au
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