Leeds Short Breaks Electronic Market Place (EMP) for the delivery of Short Breaks for Children and Young People who have Special Educational Needs and/or Disability

Leeds City Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

07 Jul 2026 at 11:43

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 20:06

TenderUpdate

01 Sep 2025 at 15:03

Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Leeds Short Breaks Electronic Market Place (EMP) was carried out by Leeds City Council, classified as a public authority within sub-central government. This initiative aims to deliver short breaks for children and young people with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) residing in Leeds, within the UKE42 region. The process has moved through the award stage and was completed recently, with July 7, 2026, marking a key date. The contract, valued at an annual amount of £1,210,000, has been awarded through an open procedure and will run until the end of December 2030, with a framework agreement allowing for the reopening of competition based on criteria of quality (60%) and price (40%).

This tender presents substantial opportunities for both large enterprises and SMEs interested in providing services related to health, specifically focusing on the diverse needs of children and young people with SEND. Companies with experienced staff trained in providing personal and medical care, behavioural management, and communication support are particularly well-suited for participation. With a framework agreement in place, there are ongoing opportunities for organisations to engage in competitive calls. Involvement in such contracts not only diversifies business portfolios but also enhances reputational value by contributing to vital community services.

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Notice Title

Leeds Short Breaks Electronic Market Place (EMP) for the delivery of Short Breaks for Children and Young People who have Special Educational Needs and/or Disability

Notice Description

The Leeds Electronic Market Place (EMP) shall provide citywide Short Breaks for children and young people with SEND who ordinarily reside in the Leeds boundary. All children and young people accessing the services have an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) or are waiting for an assessment. Lead Professionals, Social Workers, and parents/carers will refer children and young people to the Local Authority Short Breaks Panel which will assess each case and if approved, will allocate a service that can best meet the children and young people's needs but also give a choice where possible. Children and young people accessing the service may require support with one or a combination of the following needs: personal/intimate care, medical interventions, behaviour management, high levels of anxiety, communication and interaction need. Staff must be trained to meet the diverse needs of children and young people. Children and young people will have a high-level support need either continuously or most of the time. They will access the service in line with outcomes detailed in their Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), where a plan is in place. The annual value is PS1,210,000.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059014
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063569-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£9,680,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£9,680,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2033-01-05

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Leeds City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Postcode Area
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
17
Supplier Names

AIREBOROUGH SUPPORTED ACTIVITIES SCHEME

CAVALRY HEALTHCARE LTD

CHIZHANDE CARE SERVICES LTD

COMFORTING CARE LIMITED

ENDORPHINS GROUP LTD

ETHICARE LTD

HADI CARE LTD

LEEDS MENCAP

LEEDS WEEKEND CARE ASSOCIATION

LOVE IN CARE LIMITED

MK CARE SERVICES LIMITED

MY HORIZON CARE LTD

PREMIUM HEALTHCARE STAFFING LIMITED

REED SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED

RIFT SOLUTIONS LIMITED

SNE CARE SERVICES LTD

YORKSHIRE AND HUMBER HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE LLP

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