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title: "Children's Short Breaks Activities and Support (Aiming High) Year 1 Call Offs"
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# Children's Short Breaks Activities and Support (Aiming High) Year 1 Call Offs

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b75b

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## Summary

Staffordshire County Council is conducting a procurement process titled "Children's Short Breaks Activities and Support (Aiming High)," which targets the provision of daycare services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The procurement falls within the services industry category and is based in Stafford, UK. Currently, the procurement stage is complete, with ten bids received and an awarded contract value of £240,000, signed on 21st June 2022. Further opportunities for contract extensions may arise, reinforcing the council's commitment to quality support and activities for local SEND communities.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in providing care and recreational services for children with disabilities. Companies with experience in inclusive activities and community engagement, particularly those equipped to operate in rural or less populated areas and to support individuals with complex needs, are well-positioned to benefit from this contract. Potential providers should demonstrate an understanding of relevant legislative frameworks, innovative service offerings, and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and their families in Staffordshire.

## Notice

Staffordshire County Council is seeking to contract with Providers who can provide activities and support in Staffordshire for Children and Young People with SEND. Providers must have an understanding and regard to the following: Care Act 2014 SEND code of Practice 2015 Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Children and Families Act 2014 Short Breaks Regulations Public Services (Social value) Act 2012 Staffordshire Connects The objective of this service is to provide a range of Short Break activities across Staffordshire which Children and Young People with SEND can enjoy as independently as possible Those interested will be required to provide and evidence that they can deliver the following within Staffordshire, activities which are: Meaningful and appropriate for a variety of ages Interesting Supports Children and Young People in preparation for adulthood Promote independence and well being Indoor and /or outdoor Term time and holiday time Offer Value for money Offer effective short breaks for the family Providers will be required to Encourage and enable Children and Young People with SEND to access community-based services and support Work with local organisations to promote inclusion for Children and Young People with SEND Be flexible if required to deliver activities when gaps in provision is recognised Engage in meaningful partnership working and effective communication with the family and professionals Develop networking opportunities for young people and families Positive changes to the quality of people's lives Have a genuine desire to influence change for others Be innovative and consider solutions to challenges Staffordshire County Council is particularly interested to hear from providers who can offer activities 1. in rural or less populated areas across Staffordshire, 2. and who can offer support for those with more complex needs Staffordshire County Council would like to hear from Providers who are interested and capable of delivering an excellent, high quality and outcome focused service for children and young people with disabilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years

Activities Family Attendance can be accessed by Children and Young People with SEND aged 0-17 years old, as in accordance with the specified Eligibility Criteria, and their Families. This may include parents, Carers, siblings and extended family members. Activities Family Attendance may include, but are not limited to Family fun , information days. Leisure and recreational activities and trips. Providers may facilitate activities specifically for Children and Young People with SEND and their Families to participate in or may seek to provide additional support , resources to enable Children and Young People with SEND and their Families to participate in existing universal activities. The provision of Activities Family Attendance may Enable the whole family unit to spend quality time participating in a fun and interesting activity. Enable Children and Young People with SEND and their Families and Carers to connect, socialise with their local community. Equip Families and Carers of Children and Young people with SEND with the skills and confidence to participate in further community based opportunities.

Options: The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. In the event the Agreement is extended the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as the original Agreement period and will ultimately be at the County Council's sole discretion.

Renewal: The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. In the event the Agreement is extended the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as the original Agreement period and will ultimately be at the County Council's sole discretion.

Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years

Activities for Children, Young People Individual Attendance can be accessed by Children and Young People with SEND aged 0-17 years old, as in accordance with the specified Eligibility Criteria, independently of their Families and Carers. Activities for Children, Young People Individual Attendance may include, but are not limited to Preparing for independence. Leisure and recreational activities and trips. Providers may facilitate activities specifically for Children and Young People with SEND to participate in or may seek to provide additional support to enable Children and Young People with SEND to participate in existing universal activities. On occasion there may be a requirement, wish for Families or Carers to remain in situ for the duration of the activity. In such circumstances, the Provider is required to lead the provision of support, facilitation of the activity, as opposed to reliance on the Family or Carer. Providers should wherever possible and practical offer facilities for Family members to have the opportunity for peer support whilst remaining on hand nearby. The provision of Activities for Children, Young People's Individual Attendance should Provide a meaningful Short Break Opportunity to Families and Carers of Children and Young People with SEND. Enable Children and Young People with SEND to participate in fun and meaningful activities which build upon their skills and confidence, preparing them effectively for changes in life and adulthood. Increase and improve the accessibility of local community based opportunities.

Options: The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. In the event the Agreement is extended the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as the original Agreement period and will ultimately be at the County Council's sole discretion.

Renewal: The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. In the event the Agreement is extended the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as the original Agreement period and will ultimately be at the County Council's sole discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018428-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | 5 Aug 2021 |
| Award date | 18 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. It is envisaged that contract advert notices for the next Contract may be placed within the next 2 or 3 years. This cannot be guaranteed. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £960,000 |
| Lots value | £960,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £960,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STAFFORD |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST16 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Stafford |
| Electoral ward | Forebridge |
| Westminster constituency | Stafford |
| Delivery location | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire, TLG24 Staffordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | ACTION FOR CHILDREN SERVICES; CAUDWELL CHILDREN; CHASE AQUA RURAL ENTERPRISE; CHUCKLE PRODUCTIONS; DOVES CARE & SUPPORT; GARTMORE RIDING SCHOOL; LET US PLAY (WOLVERHAMPTON; SHERRATTS WOOD; STAFFORDSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST; STOKE CITY COMMUNITY TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312120 - Daycare services for handicapped children and young people

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2022 at 08:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018428-2022
- 7 Feb 2022 at 10:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003372-2022
- 25 Aug 2021 at 13:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021014-2021
- 2 Jun 2021 at 10:31 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012265-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
- https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk

## Provenance

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