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CWC25129 - Families First For Children Pathfinder

Wolverhampton City Council

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

08 May 2026 at 07:46

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

13 Feb 2026 at 16:20

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 09:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

19 Sep 2025 at 12:59

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

19 Sep 2025 at 12:15

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Sep 2025 at 12:29

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council has recently completed the award stage for its procurement process titled "Families First for Children Pathfinder" under the Public Procurement Act 2023, which commenced on 1st April 2026. This initiative focuses on targeted youth support and parental advocacy across two specific service lots. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure classified under the Light Touch Regime, with contracts set to run until 31st March 2029, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The programme is geared towards delivering support services in the fields of social work and related services, operating within the Wolverhampton region (UKG39), and valued together at a gross amount of £1,416,000 GBP.

This initiative provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specifically within the social services sector, particularly those specialising in health and social work. Organisations such as large-scale VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) are well-suited to engage in this tender, offering their expertise in advocacy and youth support. The procurement allows space for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) as well, given the emphasis on stakeholder collaboration and social value. With a focus on innovation and impact on community services, businesses will benefit from engaging in enhancing local human capital and community wellbeing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CWC25129 - Families First For Children Pathfinder

Notice Description

The procurement is for the Families First for Children Pathfinder (FFCP) programme, under a multi-lot contract comprising: Lot 1 - Targeted Youth Support: this is a needs-led provision designed to support young people in navigating services, accessing support, and having their voices heard in matters affecting their lives and wellbeing. Lot 2 - Parental Advocacy: this is a needs-led provision designed to support parents and carers in navigating services, accessing support, and having their voices heard in matters affecting their families. The Procurement was conducted in accordance with the Act using the Open Procedure (Section 20 (2(a)) for services which are considered Light Touch Regime (LTR) services under the Public Procurement Act 2023.

Lot Information

Targeted Youth Support

Renewal: The contract has optional extension of up to one year. The extension of this contract is subject to funding availability and subject to the Council's internal governance processes. The Council has the discretion to extend this Contract after year 3.

Parental Advocacy

Renewal: The contract has optional extension of up to one year. The extension of this contract is subject to funding availability and subject to the Council's internal governance processes. The Council has the discretion to extend this Contract after year 3.

Planning Information

Please follow the following link https://consultation.wolverhampton.gov.uk/commissioning/ffcp-parental-advocacy-targeted-youth-support-prov/ to access the current specifications for both Lots, along with a set of follow-up questions based on the content. This exercise is designed to: - Gather insights into the market's capabilities, capacity, and areas of expertise. - Refine our requirements by seeking feedback on the proposed specifications to ensure they are practical, achievable, and deliver value for money. - Explore alternative and innovative solutions that suppliers may be able to offer. - Encourage competition by helping potential suppliers prepare for the upcoming procurement opportunity. The deadline for completing the questionnaire is Friday 26th September 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0594d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042204-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£1,180,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,180,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,180,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,175,081 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
24 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
13 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Postcode Area
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

St Giles Trust

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