Tender

Behaviour Support Service for Families

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Jul 2025 at 14:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of a "Behaviour Support Service for Families" aimed at enhancing support for children and young people whose behaviours may pose risks to themselves and others. This open procurement falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000). The service is specially designed to aid approximately 12 families annually, focusing on those with complex needs. Located in Norfolk, UK, the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a tender submission deadline on 17th October 2025 at 11:00 am. The contract is slated to start on 2nd January 2026 and will run until 1st January 2031.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for service providers specialising in complex behavioural support for families. Businesses with experience in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and the capacity to engage intensively with clients will find this opportunity well-suited to their expertise. The procurement is open to all qualified providers, presenting a chance for businesses that can deliver services aimed at preventing children and young people's entry into social care. While not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, any capable service provider adhering to open procedure thresholds can apply, making it an attractive offer for organisations seeking to expand their service reach in the area of family support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Behaviour Support Service for Families

Notice Description

It is proposed that a new specialist behavioural support service is established, increasing capacity and capability in relation to supporting children and young people with behaviours that put the safety of themselves and those around them at risk. An intensive, PBS informed behaviour support service (Positive Behaviour Support) to directly work with c. 12 families per year. This would target highly complex children and young people identified by professionals as being likely to come into social care within six months, as a direct result of behaviours that challenge and which put their own and others' safety at risk. The criteria for the service would be behaviour-led rather than diagnosis-led. The service will build the skills of the person and of those who care for and support them and using the least restrictive practice possible. There will be two Market Engagement sessions held, whereby providers will have the opportunity to help shape the service offer. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16e3f60c-47f1-4a07-ab68-c42428e12b6f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2031 Over 5 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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