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Award

25 Sep 2025 at 16:34

Planning

30 Jan 2025 at 14:46

Planning

12 Nov 2024 at 19:07

Planning

11 Nov 2024 at 18:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council involves a contract for "Post CSE Support Services," focusing on guidance and counselling services in Rotherham, under the services industry category. The process was conducted through an open procedure, resulting in contracts covering practical and emotional support, advocacy, and therapeutic interventions for victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation. The procurement was divided into three lots, each with active awards to different suppliers. The contract period is set from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028, establishing a firm and unextendable value over three years. The procurement reached the award stage by September 2025, following thorough quality-based evaluation criteria emphasising service delivery and social value.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in community services, specifically those providing health and social work along with guidance and counselling services. With a focus on quality, companies with a strong track record in delivering high-impact therapeutic and advocacy services would be well-suited to compete. Existing relationships and operational bases in the Rotherham region may offer additional advantages. Engaging in this procurement could not only enhance a service provider's portfolio but also expand their reach and impact in public health and community support sectors. The established fixed budgets and structured service delivery models outlined in the tender also promise clear contract terms and financial planning certainty for interested parties.

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Notice Title

Post CSE Support Services

Notice Description

Provision of post-child sexual exploitation (CSE) support services across three distinct service areas: practical and emotional support, therapeutic interventions, and combined support including family-focused therapy. The contract was awarded in three lots following an open procedure and will run for a fixed term of three years from 01 January 2026 to 31 December 2028, with no options to extend.

Lot Information

Post CSE Support Services Lot 1 - Practical, emotional support and advocacy

Practical, emotional support and advocacy for young people and adults who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation. Additional information: Price was not scored. The contract value was fixed and predetermined in the tender documents. Evaluation was based entirely on quality, with 80% allocated to service delivery and 20% to social value.

Post CSE Support Services Lot 2 - Evidence based therapeutic Interventions

Evidence based therapeutic interventions for young people and adults who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation. Additional information: Price was not scored. The contract value was fixed and predetermined in the tender documents. Evaluation was based entirely on quality, with 80% allocated to service delivery and 20% to social value.

Post CSE Support Services Lot 3 - Practical, emotional support and advocacy and evidence based therapeutic interventions

Practical, emotional support and advocacy and evidence based therapeutic interventions for young people and adults who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation, which includes support to immediate family members; and evidence based therapeutic interventions for young people and adults who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation. Additional information: Price was not scored. The contract value was fixed and predetermined in the tender documents. Evaluation was based entirely on quality, with 80% allocated to service delivery and 20% to social value.

Information Applicable to all Lots

This contract delivers post-child sexual exploitation (CSE) support services across three distinct service areas: practical and emotional support, therapeutic interventions, and combined support including family-focused therapy. . The contract was awarded following an open procedure and will run for a fixed term of three years from 01 January 2026 to 31 December 2028. . Pricing is fixed and firm for the full duration, with no uplifts or inflationary adjustments. No extension options are included. Any future modifications will be subject to Regulation 72 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, as the procurement procedure commenced prior to the implementation of the Procurement Act 2023. Additional information: Price was not scored. The contract value was fixed and predetermined in the tender documents. Evaluation was based entirely on quality, with 80% allocated to service delivery and 20% to social value.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b5a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059864-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312310 - Guidance services

85320000 - Social services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£514,800 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£1,029,600 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£108,900 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROTHERHAM
Postcode
S60 1AE
Postcode Area
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE34 Rotherham
Delivery Location
TLE31 Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham

Local Authority
Rotherham
Electoral Ward
Boston Castle
Westminster Constituency
Rotherham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

GROW Organisation

Hopian

Rotherham Abuse Counselling Service

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