Planning

Home and Community Support Services for Children and Young People

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council is initiating a procurement process under the planning stage for "Home and Community Support Services for Children and Young People" in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. The tender, which falls under the industry categories of Health and social work services as well as community services, is currently at the planning stage, with a competitive flexible procedure set to be used. Significant dates include the future notice expected on 15 October 2026, with the contract period running from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2031. Those interested should note the procurement aligns with the light touch regime and is subject to specific legal frameworks under the UK's Public Contracts Regulations.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health and community services, especially those with capabilities in providing support to children and young people. The involvement of a framework agreement suggests potential for sustained business growth over the contract's duration. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), reflecting the suitability criteria outlined for potential contractors. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance a business's portfolio but also solidify its reputation in delivering essential services within the community.

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Notice Title

Home and Community Support Services for Children and Young People

Notice Description

Home and community support services for Children and Young People within the family home and activities within the community.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010365-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Oct 20268 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Karen Brooksbank
Contact Email
karen.brooksbank@newcastle.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441912777435

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

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