Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for Children, Young People, and Care Leavers Support Services

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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21 Feb 2025 at 15:28

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21 Feb 2025 at 15:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Warrington Borough Council invites applications for its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at providing support services for Children, Young People (CYP), and Care Leavers. This contract, classified under CPV code 85121270 for psychiatrist or psychologist services, spans five lots covering social care, accommodation, therapeutic interventions, and outreach support in England. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions closing on 1st April 2025 at 12:00 PM BST. The contract is valued at £5,000,000 and will commence on 3rd April 2025, concluding on 22nd February 2029. This DPS provides a structured yet flexible framework allowing providers to apply at any time, thus ensuring a high-quality and adaptable service provision. SMEs are encouraged to participate in this procurement process.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social care, therapeutic services, and supported accommodation. The five lots cater to diverse service needs, creating multiple entry points for both established providers and new entrants to the market. Businesses with expertise in early intervention, complex needs support, care leaver accommodation, or specialist assessments stand to benefit from this contract by offering tailored, high-quality services. The emphasis on flexible and round-the-clock service provision means that businesses capable of responding swiftly to various requirements will be particularly well-suited for this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for Children, Young People, and Care Leavers Support Services

Notice Description

Warrington Borough Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of essential support services for Children, Young People (CYP), and Care Leavers. The DPS enables providers to apply at any time, ensuring flexibility in service provision. The aim is to improve well-being, independence, and life outcomes for vulnerable individuals through high-quality, cost-effective services. Service Scope The DPS is divided into five lots, covering a broad range of social care, accommodation, therapeutic interventions, and outreach support. Lot 1: Outreach Support (Standard Needs) This lot covers supervised contact, hospital or home supervision, and outreach support for CYP in need of additional supervision or safeguarding. The service assists families, provides supervision during hospital stays, and enables CYP to access their communities. The focus is on early intervention, safeguarding, and promoting family stability, with flexible support hours from 7am to 10pm, seven days a week. Lot 2: Outreach Support (Complex Needs) This service provides in-home and community-based support for CYP with learning disabilities (LD), neurodevelopmental disorders, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and complex medical conditions. It includes personal care, respite for families, and support to build independence. Providers must ensure a person-centred approach, promoting social inclusion and skill development. 24/7 availability, emergency and planned care, and CQC registration are required where applicable. Lot 3: Supported Accommodation for Young People (16-17 Leaving Care) This provision supports care leavers transitioning to independent living. Accommodation must include individual living spaces with 24/7 on-site support, allowing young people to gain life skills in a safe environment. Support includes budgeting, employment readiness, emotional resilience, and community integration. Lot 4: Short to Medium-Term Accommodation (Post-18) Accommodation for care-experienced young adults and asylum-seeking young people who require housing while awaiting long-term solutions. Providers must deliver structured support for independent living, ensuring CYP are prepared for permanent accommodation. Support includes financial management, employment assistance, and development of independent living skills. Lot 5: Specialist Assessments & Therapeutic Services This lot includes psychological, psychiatric, social work, and therapeutic services for CYP and families. Assessments may be court-directed or required for social care planning. Therapeutic interventions include trauma-focused cognitive-behavioural therapy (TF-CBT), play therapy, and life story work. Providers must be professionally registered, qualified, and able to deliver high-quality assessments within specified timescales.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7b5415c-64d6-43b2-9d4d-f2053c2b98bb
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

85312100 - Daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Apr 2025 - 22 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA1 2NT
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Bewsey and Whitecross
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

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