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Family Hubs Start for Life Commissioned Services

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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20 Jan 2026 at 11:33

Award

20 Jan 2026 at 11:08

Award

16 Jan 2026 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract to BARNARDO'S for the project titled "Family Hubs Start for Life Commissioned Services." This procurement process is categorised under welfare services for children and young people, specifically focusing on improving health and development outcomes for babies in England. It takes place within the Bradford area, under the direct award procurement method intended to ensure continuity of existing services without disruption. The contract start date is set for 23rd January 2026, with an anticipated end date of 31st March 2026, although it may extend to 2027 depending on funding and performance. The project supports recommendations from the Dame Andrea Leadsom review, and it aims to reduce inequalities in health and education outcomes by providing support to parents and carers, especially those most in need.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing welfare services for children and young people, particularly for those with expertise in health and education outcomes for babies and young families. BARNARDO'S, a large-scale supplier with a focus on social care, exemplifies the kind of organisation well-suited for such contracts. Businesses looking to expand their services in the social welfare sector might benefit from exploring similar opportunities, especially those aiming to collaborate with public authorities on initiatives that have a robust community impact. With ongoing funding and potential for contract extensions, companies entering this sector could see substantial growth and long-term partnerships with local authorities.

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Notice Title

Family Hubs Start for Life Commissioned Services

Notice Description

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (BMDC) was one of 75 Local Authorities awarded funding to drive through recommendations identified in the Dame Andrea Leadsom review into improving health & development outcomes for babies in England, with an aim to: * Provide support to parents and carers so they are able to nurture their babies and children, improving health and education outcomes for all. * Contribute to a reduction in inequalities in health and education outcomes for babies, children and families across England by ensuring that support provided is communicated to all parents and carers, including those who are hardest to reach and/or most in need. * Build the evidence base for what works when it comes to improving health and education outcomes for babies, children, and families in different delivery contexts. The programme started in April 2023 current funding was due to cease on the 31st March 2025. Government confirmation of further funding was provided in December 2024 for 2025/6 allowing for contracts to be awarded to continue the ongoing service delivery. The Incredible years project is a Preschool program helping families with child attachment issues, language development concerns, behavior, or confidence with social situations.

Procurement Information

This exception request is for an interim solution in relation to services commissioned through Start for Life grant funding. The current funding was due to cease on the 31st March 2025. Government confirmation of further funding was provided in December for 2025/6 and full details of the breakdown have now been released.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06079b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004713-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£253,970 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£253,970 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.enquires@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARNARDO'S

Further Information

Notice Documents

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