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PATHS Programme in Richmond

LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES

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28 May 2026 at 09:19

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames has engaged in a direct procurement process for the "PATHS Programme in Richmond," focusing on the welfare services industry, particularly for children and young people. This contract, valued at £78,100, involves the provision of the Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies (PATHS) programme, which is aimed at enhancing emotional and social skills in children aged 4 to 11. The procurement process, classified as a 'light touch' regime under UK legislation 2023/54, was completed through a direct award without competition. Commencing on 1 September 2026 and concluding on 31 July 2027, the programme will be implemented across early years settings and primary schools within Richmond, based in the UKI75 region. Key dates include the anticipated contract signature on 3 August 2026.

This procurement presents notable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and welfare services for children, particularly those with a focus on social and emotional learning interventions. The awarded contractor, Barnardo's, a large-scale supplier in this sector, exemplifies the type of organisation well-suited to participate in similar tenders, especially those with established relationships and proven expertise in delivering effective programmes within educational settings. This procurement underscores the potential for continued collaboration and contract acquisition for businesses providing services that align with public health objectives and educational support services.

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Notice Title

PATHS Programme in Richmond

Notice Description

The Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies (PATHS) Programme is a vital, evidence based social and emotional learning intervention for children aged 4 to 11 years. It delivers a universal, whole school approach that strengthens emotional understanding, social problem solving, pro social behaviour and self control-core protective skills that support positive mental wellbeing. Richmond Council's Public Health Team has observed sustained and measurable positive outcomes from the programme's delivery across early years settings and primary schools in Richmond. To maintain programme fidelity and maximise outcomes for young children, the Council proposes an 11 month direct award to the Contractor. This approach preserves the Contractor's established expertise and strong relationships with Richmond schools and ensures continuity of a proven intervention. The proposed contract term is from 1 September 2026 to 31 July 2027, with an estimated contract value of PS78,100.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a72a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050109-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
VCSE
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
£78,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TWICKEHAM
Postcode
TW1 3BZ
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Twickenham Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BARNARDO'S

Further Information

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