--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for Children, Young People, and Care Leavers Support Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-21" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for Children, Young People, and Care Leavers Support Services Buyer: WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-20db1877-ebed-4756-b323-8798181c7881.json) ## Summary Warrington Borough Council invites applications for its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at providing support services for Children, Young People (CYP), and Care Leavers. This contract, classified under CPV code 85121270 for psychiatrist or psychologist services, spans five lots covering social care, accommodation, therapeutic interventions, and outreach support in England. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions closing on 1st April 2025 at 12:00 PM BST. The contract is valued at £5,000,000 and will commence on 3rd April 2025, concluding on 22nd February 2029. This DPS provides a structured yet flexible framework allowing providers to apply at any time, thus ensuring a high-quality and adaptable service provision. SMEs are encouraged to participate in this procurement process. This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social care, therapeutic services, and supported accommodation. The five lots cater to diverse service needs, creating multiple entry points for both established providers and new entrants to the market. Businesses with expertise in early intervention, complex needs support, care leaver accommodation, or specialist assessments stand to benefit from this contract by offering tailored, high-quality services. The emphasis on flexible and round-the-clock service provision means that businesses capable of responding swiftly to various requirements will be particularly well-suited for this opportunity. ## Notice Warrington Borough Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of essential support services for Children, Young People (CYP), and Care Leavers. The DPS enables providers to apply at any time, ensuring flexibility in service provision. The aim is to improve well-being, independence, and life outcomes for vulnerable individuals through high-quality, cost-effective services. Service Scope The DPS is divided into five lots, covering a broad range of social care, accommodation, therapeutic interventions, and outreach support. Lot 1: Outreach Support (Standard Needs) This lot covers supervised contact, hospital or home supervision, and outreach support for CYP in need of additional supervision or safeguarding. The service assists families, provides supervision during hospital stays, and enables CYP to access their communities. The focus is on early intervention, safeguarding, and promoting family stability, with flexible support hours from 7am to 10pm, seven days a week. Lot 2: Outreach Support (Complex Needs) This service provides in-home and community-based support for CYP with learning disabilities (LD), neurodevelopmental disorders, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and complex medical conditions. It includes personal care, respite for families, and support to build independence. Providers must ensure a person-centred approach, promoting social inclusion and skill development. 24/7 availability, emergency and planned care, and CQC registration are required where applicable. Lot 3: Supported Accommodation for Young People (16-17 Leaving Care) This provision supports care leavers transitioning to independent living. Accommodation must include individual living spaces with 24/7 on-site support, allowing young people to gain life skills in a safe environment. Support includes budgeting, employment readiness, emotional resilience, and community integration. Lot 4: Short to Medium-Term Accommodation (Post-18) Accommodation for care-experienced young adults and asylum-seeking young people who require housing while awaiting long-term solutions. Providers must deliver structured support for independent living, ensuring CYP are prepared for permanent accommodation. Support includes financial management, employment assistance, and development of independent living skills. Lot 5: Specialist Assessments & Therapeutic Services This lot includes psychological, psychiatric, social work, and therapeutic services for CYP and families. Assessments may be court-directed or required for social care planning. Therapeutic interventions include trauma-focused cognitive-behavioural therapy (TF-CBT), play therapy, and life story work. Providers must be professionally registered, qualified, and able to deliver high-quality assessments within specified timescales. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7b5415c-64d6-43b2-9d4d-f2053c2b98bb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Apr 2025 - 22 Feb 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA1 2NT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Bewsey and Whitecross | | Westminster constituency | Warrington South | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services - 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people - 85312100 - Daycare services ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7b5415c-64d6-43b2-9d4d-f2053c2b98bb - 21 Feb 2025 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4863d2d3-cbc5-4582-8242-c095683744bb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7b5415c-64d6-43b2-9d4d-f2053c2b98bb 21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4863d2d3-cbc5-4582-8242-c095683744bb 21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c18d84d1-38f0-ef11-8134-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 Tender available documents on the following link ## Notice URLs - http://www.warrington.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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