Tender

Short Breaks Targeted Support Pilot

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 13:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 Nov 2025 at 11:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

North East Lincolnshire Borough Council has initiated a tender for the "Short Breaks Targeted Support Pilot," aimed at delivering specialised short breaks for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who possess an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The process is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 2nd March 2026. This project, located in the United Kingdom, falls under the industry category of welfare and social services. The procurement method is open, designed for below-threshold open competition. Businesses can make electronic submissions for this tender, providing opportunities for various service providers to engage with the Council in delivering inclusive and supportive services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the welfare and social services sector, especially those skilled in offering non-residential welfare services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the procurement's suitability criteria highlighting these business types. This project provides not only a chance to foster business growth and expand service offerings but also to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families requiring specialised support. By engaging with this contract, businesses can enhance their market presence while contributing valuable community services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Short Breaks Targeted Support Pilot

Notice Description

This tender is being commissioned to provide targeted short breaks for children and young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who, following assessment, are unable to access the universal community activities offer available to all children. The service aims to reduce social isolation, support families, and promote positive outcomes for children with complex needs. North East Lincolnshire Council are looking to develop a new targeted short breaks offer for children and young people with SEND.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=99806&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05de70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007086-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rebecca Nottingham
Contact Email
rebecca.nottingham@nelincs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1472313131

Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY, NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
West Marsh
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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