Tender

6382 - Semi Independent Framework 16 - 25 years

LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY

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Tender

23 Oct 2025 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Bexley has initiated a tender titled "6382 - Semi Independent Framework 16 - 25 years," aimed at acquiring social work services with accommodation. This framework seeks third-party providers to offer semi-independent placements for children and care leavers. It is structured into two lots tailored for children aged 16-18 and 18-25, respectively. Classified under the industry category of social work services with accommodation (CPV code 85311000), the procurement process is following a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold. The tender is currently active and the deadline for submissions is set for 14th November 2025. Services under this framework are expected to commence on 28th May 2026 and conclude by 2nd February 2030, with the contracts confined to the region of England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in youth services and accommodation. Organisations such as SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the framework is designed to facilitate their involvement. The procurement process emphasises enabling entities capable of fostering the skills, confidence, and resilience in youths transitioning to independent adulthood. With an estimated budget of £1,208,225, this initiative not only supports community development but also opens avenues for service providers to expand their offerings and establish their presence in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

6382 - Semi Independent Framework 16 - 25 years

Notice Description

This framework will consist of Third Party Providers who will provide Semi-Independent Placements for Children and Care Leavers. The framework will consist of 2 lots that are designed to support children in developing the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to transition successfully into independent adulthood. Lot 1: Children aged 16-18 Lot 2: Children aged 18-25

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed8999cb-9670-4d70-bf95-8a9756aca0fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c26d12c-88cb-4f55-8fef-a2199e55de82
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,208,225 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 2 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF BEXLEY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEXLEYHEATH
Postcode
DA6 7AT
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
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
Bexley
Electoral Ward
Bexleyheath
Westminster Constituency
Bexleyheath and Crayford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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