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SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026

SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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01 Jun 2026 at 13:48

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026." This opportunity falls under the vocational training services industry category and aims to engage a provider experienced in systemic practice training for Children’s Services. The council is seeking a partner to help design, deliver, and embed a training programme intended to support their systemic practice model within Early Help and Children's Social Care. This initiative, funded by the Families First Reforms Grant, is expected to have a contract duration of 12 months beginning in August 2026, with the possibility of a two-year extension, bringing the potential total contract value to £450,000. Interested parties should note the short tender window, closing on 21 July 2026, with all submissions to be made via the council's procurement portal Atamis.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses providing vocational training services, particularly those with expertise in systemic practices within social care settings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) are encouraged to apply, as they might offer innovative solutions aligned with the council’s restorative model. The contract promises to support not only business growth through public sector engagement but also to play an influential role in shaping social service delivery in Solihull. Providers must demonstrate that their training programme aligns with or is accredited by the Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice, offering a chance for businesses with such credentials to leverage their expertise for local government partnership.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026

Notice Description

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (the "Council") is seeking to commission a suitably qualified and experienced provider to deliver a Systemic Practice Training Programme for Children's Services. The purpose of the contract is to support the design, mobilisation, delivery, and embedding of a structured training programme that will enable the Council to adopt and sustain systemic practice across Early Help and Children's Social Care. The programme will align with existing approaches, including trauma-informed practice and the Council's restorative model ('Connecting Families'), and will support delivery of the Families First Reforms. The successful provider will: In collaboration with Solihull Children's Services, develop a detailed and deliverable implementation plan by undertaking a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of workforce needs. The insights gained must directly inform the design, development and phased delivery of a tailored systemic practice training programme; Deliver a comprehensive training offer to front-facing practitioners (including social workers, family support staff, and related roles); Deliver a Systemic Leadership Programme for senior leaders and managers; Support the embedding of systemic practice at organisational level, including cultural change, reflective practice, and supervision; Provide mechanisms for evaluation, knowledge transfer, and sustainability beyond the life of the contract. The Council's objective is to establish a consistent, evidence-informed practice model that: Strengthens relational, reflective, and whole-family working; Improves the quality of practice and engagement with children, young people, and families; Supports improved outcomes and continuous service improvement in line with Ofsted expectations. Providers must demonstrate that all systemic practice training is either accredited by the Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice (AFT) or clearly aligned to AFT training standards The contract is funded through the Families First Reforms Grant, with an initial term of 12 months and the option to extend for up to a further two years (1+1), subject to funding confirmation. The estimated total contract value is up to PS450,000 (excluding VAT) over the full potential term. Further details will be published in the tender notice and please note the Council intends to have a short tender window of 3 weeks. Details subject to change.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract is funded through the Families First Reforms Grant, with an initial term of 12 months and the option to extend for up to a further two years (1+1), subject to funding confirmation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051458-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement 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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
26 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B91 3QB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
St Alphege
Westminster Constituency
Solihull West and Shirley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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