--- title: "Targeted Specialist Support Services (for Children and Young People)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "OLDHAM COUNCIL" published: "2024-09-17" --- # Targeted Specialist Support Services (for Children and Young People) Buyer: OLDHAM COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86baaa2-dcf5-4af7-bbca-70e3eac51bfb.json) ## Summary Oldham Council has initiated a tender process seeking a provider for Targeted Specialist Support Services aimed at children and young people. The procurement process is currently in the 'Tender' stage with a closing date for submissions on 18th October 2024. The contract, valued at £3,111,300 inclusive of VAT, will commence on 1st April 2025 and run until 31st March 2032. The contract involves delivering services in three key areas: Targeted Impartial Information and Guidance, Missing From Home or Care Return Interviews, and Young Carers. Additionally, from April to September 2025, the provider will need to deliver UKSPF services. The project falls under the 'Health and social work services' category and will be delivered in England. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work and related services to expand their operations and showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality, impactful services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, given the procurement's inclusivity focus. The open procedure procurement method indicates a transparent and competitive selection process, providing a level playing field for all bidders. Winning this contract would not only offer substantial financial rewards over a seven-year period but also allow businesses to build a strong partnership with Oldham Council and contribute positively to the community by supporting vulnerable children and young people. ## Notice Oldham Council are seeking to commission a service from 01 April 2025 to work with targeted groups of children, young people and their families to encourage them to become empowered to make informed choices, raise aspirations and ensure children and young people fulfil their full potential. The successful provider will work proactively with a range of key partners and stakeholders including young people to deliver a service that achieves positive outcomes for all. There are three elements to this service which are: * Targeted Impartial Information and Guidance * Missing From Home or Care Return Interviews * Young Carers In addition, from April to September 2025 the provider will be expected to deliver UKSPF to meet a separate service specification and funding envelope. Oldham are ideally seeking to work with one overall lead provider. The successful provider will deliver high quality provision and effectively engage with and inspire young people to be ambitious. It is expected the provider will meet all KPI's and outcomes outlined within the specification. Pricing is inclusive of VAT based on 7 years service assuming all extensions in this value. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9a88789-3ce0-4ab9-bf81-147d0a984b0d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,111,300 | | 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 | OLDHAM COUNCIL | | Locality | OLDHAM | | Post town | Oldham | | Postcode | OL1 1UT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD37 Greater Manchester North East | | Local authority | Oldham | | Electoral ward | Coldhurst | | Westminster constituency | Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton | | 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 - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85300000 - Social work and related services ## Release History - 17 Sep 2024 at 17:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9a88789-3ce0-4ab9-bf81-147d0a984b0d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9a88789-3ce0-4ab9-bf81-147d0a984b0d 17th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=5c6b51f5-4235-ef11-812c-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.oldham.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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