--- title: "Costessey Town Council - Youth Provision Tender 2025" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "COSTESSEY TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-10-27" --- # Costessey Town Council - Youth Provision Tender 2025 Buyer: COSTESSEY TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d.json) ## Summary Costessey Town Council is currently inviting submissions for its Youth Provision Tender 2025, aimed at providing inclusive and engaging activities for youths aged 11 to 18. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically covering services provided by youth associations, with the geographic location set in Costessey, Norwich, England. Interested parties should note that the tender process is at the 'active' stage, having been published on 27 October 2025, with an open procurement method. Submissions are due by 30 November 2025, and the contract period will commence on 1 December 2025 and conclude on 30 November 2026. The contract is valued at £30,000, with a minimum value of £20,000, and is designated for SMEs and VCSEs. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in youth work and community engagement. Organisations specialising in mental health improvement, anti-social behaviour reduction, and youth-led community activities will find this contract particularly suitable. By partnering with local entities such as the Ormiston Victory Academy and the South Norfolk Youth Advisory Board, businesses can enhance their service reach and societal impact. The in-kind support offered by the council, including free venue hire, strategic oversight, and community connections, further amplifies the potential for successful project delivery and long-term organisational growth. ## Notice Costessey Town Council seeks a qualified organisation to deliver a year-long youth provision for ages 11-18, offering accessible, inclusive, and engaging youth activities. The programme aims to provide regular youth sessions, targeted outreach, and community engagement to improve wellbeing and reduce anti-social behaviour. Objectives The chosen provider will: * Run weekly youth sessions including holidays * Deliver outreach and mentoring to address mental health and anti-social behaviour. * Establish a Youth Advisory Group/Panel with local schools (notably Ormiston Victory Academy). * Offer inclusive, youth-led activities and attend community events. * Use evidence-based engagement, tracking participation and outcomes. Expected Outcomes * Reduction in youth anti-social behaviour (ASB). * Improved mental health and wellbeing. * Higher youth participation in local initiatives. * Stronger youth leadership and voice in the community. * Positive links between young people, families, schools, and community groups. Target Groups * Young people aged 11-18 in Costessey (particularly Queen's Hills, Tower Close). * Those experiencing mental health challenges, isolation, or risk of disengagement. * Individuals not currently accessing other services or youth activities. Scope of Services The provider must: * Employ qualified, DBS-cleared youth workers. * Design a youth-led, inclusive activity programme. * Offer early intervention around wellbeing, identity, and aspirations. * Collaborate with partners including: o Costessey Town Council o Local Police & ASB officers o Ormiston Victory Academy o South Norfolk Youth Advisory Board * Provide quarterly reports on engagement, outcomes, and case studies. * Maintain full risk assessments, safeguarding, and insurance. Budget & Resources Council funding (PS30,000) covers staffing, materials, outreach, digital tools, and management. In-kind support from the Council: * Free venue hire * Strategic oversight, promotion, and community connections. Monitoring & Evaluation Providers must track and evidence impact through: * Participant registration and demographic data. * Pre/post surveys and qualitative feedback (e.g., stories of change). * Quarterly review meetings with Council officers and councillors. Application Requirements Interested organisations must submit a proposal (max 6 pages) including: * Organisational experience in youth work/outreach. * Staffing structure and delivery plan (weekly timetable, engagement strategy). * Safeguarding, inclusivity, and mental health approach. * Example KPIs or evaluation frameworks. * Detailed budget breakdown. * Proof of insurance and DBS checks. * Two relevant references. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1904f91-8778-4abd-a339-45a581a5b8d6 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | COSTESSEY TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | NORWICH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR8 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk | | Local authority | South Norfolk | | Electoral ward | Old Costessey | | Westminster constituency | South Norfolk | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98133110 - Services provided by youth associations ## Release History - 27 Oct 2025 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1904f91-8778-4abd-a339-45a581a5b8d6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1904f91-8778-4abd-a339-45a581a5b8d6 27th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5dc17141-fe0f-459c-8a1e-41050f3e49b5 Costessey Town Council seeks a qualified organisation to deliver a year-long youth provision for ages 11-18, offering accessible, inclusive, and engaging youth activities. The programme aims to provide regular youth sessions, targeted outreach, and community engagement to improve wellbeing and reduce anti-social behaviour. ## Notice URLs - https://www.costessey.org.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bb27920-627a-4882-bec3-fa0419dc267d.json.