Planning

Alternative Provisions

TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 18:10

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Alternative Provisions" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by Together for Children, a public authority sub-central government organisation based in Sunderland, UK. This tender, set to service the social work sector, aims to provide alternative education places and has a procurement category marked as 'services'. The procurement process is set to unfold with significant milestones, including a future notice date on 1st August 2026. The contract period is planned from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029, giving ample time for interested parties to prepare and propose viable solutions. The procurement method involves a framework agreement under a light-touch regime, compatible with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services without accommodation, particularly those that can offer alternative education solutions. With a focus on framework agreements, the tender is ideal for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their service offerings in the Sunderland region and beyond. Companies with a strong presence or interest in the UKC23 region will find this procurement especially beneficial, as it provides a substantial engagement time spanning three years. Organisations should leverage this opportunity to establish or enhance partnerships within the public sector, potentially creating sustainable business growth through strategic service delivery in alternative education and social work.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Alternative Provisions

Notice Description

The provision of alternative education places

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052533
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027174-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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