Tender

Provision of Regulation 44 Independent Visitor Services for Children's Homes and the Secure Children's Home

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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28 Apr 2026 at 12:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Nottinghamshire County Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Regulation 44 Independent Visitor Services aimed at overseeing five internal children’s homes and the Secure Children’s Home within Nottingham. This procurement, tagged under the category of social work and related services, operates as an open process below the threshold, with submission deadlines closing on 13th May 2026. The enquiry period ends on 6th May 2026. The procurement process, categorised under services, adheres to the light-touch regime, and is poised to begin its contract period from 1st July 2026, subject to renewal options.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the social work sector to expand their reach and impact. The Council seeks a provider who can deliver consistent monthly visits as per the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, fostering growth in businesses that specialise in socially-focused services. The contract will be awarded based on quality and financial criteria, making it an attractive proposition for firms offering high-quality services and competitive pricing strategies. With a potential contract duration of up to four years, this project allows businesses to build lasting partnerships while contributing to the welfare and support of vulnerable children in Nottinghamshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Regulation 44 Independent Visitor Services for Children's Homes and the Secure Children's Home

Notice Description

Nottinghamshire County Council (the Council) is seeking a provider to deliver Regulation 44 Independent Visitor services across five of the Council's internal children's homes and the Secure Children's Home (SCH), carrying out independent visits at least once each month, in accordance with Regulation 44 of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. The provider shall deliver a Regulation 44 Independent Visitor service to all specified homes in accordance with Regulation 44 of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: It is envisaged that the contract will commence on 1st July 2026 and will last for an initial period of two years. There will be the option for two twelve-month extensions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068ccc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038587-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
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
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 7QP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire, TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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