This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

10 Jun 2026 at 10:44

Tender

26 Feb 2026 at 15:02

PlanningUpdate

18 Feb 2026 at 13:52

Planning

13 Feb 2026 at 12:30

Planning

13 Feb 2026 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Salford City Council focused on the "Connecting Care Leavers" project, aiming to commission a provider experienced in working with care leavers to deliver mentoring and psychological wellbeing services for individuals aged 16 to 25. Located in Manchester, this procurement falls under the "Social work and related services" industry category. The procurement method used was an open competition and was not above the threshold, allowing for broader participation. The award was made to POWER2 LTD on 9th June 2026, with the contract period beginning on 1st August 2026 and stretching until 31st July 2029, with the option for two 12-month extensions. The procurement process progressed through planned, tender, and award stages, highlighting the Council's structured approach to securing service delivery continuity.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in healthcare and social work services, especially those equipped to provide mentorship and support to young adults transitioning out of care. Ideal candidates for this contract would include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those experienced in delivering community-based support programs. The opportunity underlines the Council's commitment to social value and quality service delivery, offering potential bidders a chance to showcase their innovative practices in creating lasting impacts on young people's lives. Given the competitive open procurement process and the emphasis on quality and social value, businesses with a track record in such services could find this tender aligned with their growth and impact objectives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Connecting Care Leavers

Notice Description

Salford City Council wishes to commission a provider with previous experience of working with cared for / care leavers to deliver a mentoring and psychological wellbeing service for care leavers aged 16 to 25. The service will provide continuity of support to young people as they enter adulthood as well as build resilience and independence.

Planning Information

A pre-market engagement document was uploaded to the chest portal on 20/8/25. No clarification questions were received 10 responses were received

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0653b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054666-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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

85300000 - Social work and related services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£624,780 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£624,780 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£622,712 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
25 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SALFORD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M27 5DA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Swinton & Wardley
Westminster Constituency
Worsley and Eccles

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POWER2

Further Information

Notice Documents

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