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SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026

SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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22 Jun 2026 at 13:46

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Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 15:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

01 Jun 2026 at 13:48

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026" is being managed by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, a public authority within the UK. The project is classified under vocational training services and aims to implement and maintain systemic practice within Children's Services. This active tender is in the "tenderUpdate" stage, with the procurement process being an open, below-threshold competition. Potential bidders are encouraged to engage by downloading and completing their submissions via the Council's Atamis portal before the planned deadline of 13 July 2026. The contract, if won, commences on 1 September 2026 and runs for a year, with potential extensions, subject to funding confirmation from the Families First Grant. The project allows UK-based SMEs and VCSEs to apply, characterised by a procurement value of up to £450,000 excluding VAT.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in training and consultancy, particularly those experienced in systemic practice within a local authority setting. The programme necessitates a service delivery model that is flexible and adaptive, suitable for businesses with expertise in managing comprehensive training programmes and fostering organisational development within social care environments. Competitors with strong capabilities in blended learning approaches, workforce training, diagnostic assessments, and those who can align with AFT standards are well-positioned to succeed. Additionally, the inclusion of extension options based on funding availability provides a prospect for sustainable business growth over an extended period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SOL30269 SOL Systemic Practice Training Programme 2026

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a suitably experienced provider to design and deliver a comprehensive Systemic Practice Training Programme, alongside a clear and deliverable implementation plan to support its rollout and long-term embedding. The requirement comprises the following core elements: 1. Diagnostic and Implementation Planning * Undertake a diagnostic assessment of workforce capability and organisational needs. * Develop a detailed implementation plan setting out programme structure, sequencing and delivery. 2. Training Delivery Deliver a blended programme of systemic practice training, including: * Introductory courses to enable broad access. * Foundation-level training with progression opportunities * Intermediate (Year 2) provision, where appropriate * Leadership and management development programmes Training must be practical and skills-focused, strengthening relational, reflective and whole-family approaches. 3. Workforce and Partner Engagement The programme will be delivered across Children's Services, including frontline practitioners, managers and senior leaders, and will support engagement with relevant multi-agency partners. 4. Embedding and Organisational Development The provider will support the integration of systemic practice into: * Supervision, quality assurance and audit processes * Leadership behaviours and service culture * Existing practice models and frameworks This includes developing internal capacity to sustain the approach beyond the contract term. 5. Delivery Model and Outcomes * Delivery will be through a blended learning approach and phased in line with the implementation plan. * The programme must achieve measurable improvements in workforce capability, consistency of practice, and outcomes for children and families. This is a strategic requirement focused on sustainable change rather than standalone training. Providers must demonstrate the capability to deliver systemic practice at scale within a local authority or comparable safeguarding environment. 6. Extension Options * It is Solihull's intention to support the embedding of systemic practice and to further develop the skills of the workforce. Years 2 and 3 of this contract are conditional upon the allocation of Families First Grant funding to Solihull MBC. Confirmation of any extension will be issued annually once the funding allocation for that year has been confirmed. Known Risks - Please refer to 'SOL30269 Appendix A - 3.1 Risk Assessment' and ITT Part 1 section 3.1.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two further years of up to 1 year for each extension, subject to performance and funding availability after year 1.

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/058578-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

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
22 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
26 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 months
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
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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