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1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

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10 Jul 2026 at 16:53

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Trafford Council, operating from Manchester, has initiated a tender for the "1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision", falling within the welfare services for children and young people industry category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition methodology being employed. The end date for tender submissions is set for 5th August 2026, while enquiries must be submitted by 29th July 2026. The service focuses on providing short breaks for children and young people aged 5 to 18 years, necessitating providers to be Ofsted-registered for including attendees under eight years old. The total contract value is £63,000, with the contract period spanning from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2027, and potential extensions up to 30th September 2029.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in child welfare services to expand their reach within the public sector. The contract's focus on quality, social value, and competitive pricing allows service providers to highlight their strengths in delivering high-standard and impactful services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are specifically encouraged to participate. Organisations capable of demonstrating expertise in age-appropriate care and educational activities for children and young people will find this contract particularly advantageous for enhancing their business growth and service portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision

Notice Description

This service is intended for children and young people (CYP) aged 5 to 18 years. Providers should propose appropriate age groupings, ensuring careful consideration is given to avoid grouping children at significantly different developmental stages. Providers must be registered with Ofsted to allow children under 8 years old to attend a full session or be actively working towards registration

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 1 year with the option to extend for a further 2 years on a yearly basis (1+1+1)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c8ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065372-2026
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

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 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
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

STAR PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M32 0TH
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
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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