--- title: "Framework for the provision of Targerted Short Breaks Activities for Children with Disabilities" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-06-09" --- # Framework for the provision of Targerted Short Breaks Activities for Children with Disabilities Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b9ca.json) ## Summary Cumbria County Council is currently conducting a tender for the "Framework for the provision of Targeted Short Breaks Activities for Children with Disabilities." This tender falls within the health and social work services industry category and is located in the UK. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with bids due by 9th July 2021, and includes a contract period lasting approximately 1080 days, with the possibility of renewal for additional terms. The total estimated value of the contract is £7,982,000, and it is being conducted via an open procurement method. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social services, especially those focusing on activities for children with disabilities. Companies that can provide engaging and inclusive programming, such as sports, arts, and holiday activities, would be well-suited to compete. By participating in this contract, businesses can play a vital role in supporting young people and their families, while also contributing to community needs and potentially securing a long-term partnership with the local authority. ## Notice The Authority is commissioning Targeted Short Break Activities for disabled children and young people to meet our statutory duties, national guidance, local strategic priorities and deliver best practice. The three principal reasons for commissioning this service are:- i. To support the Authority to meet their statutory responsibilities in relation to Short Breaks provision for disabled children and young people. ii. To support the Authority to procure services for gaps in Short Break Services for disabled children and young people. iii. To ensure that disabled children and young people are effectively supported through the transition from childhood to adulthood alongside independent living. The objectives of the Targeted Short Break Activities Service are: i. Prevent family breakdown; ii. Promote healthy and active lives; iii. Promote independence; iv. Children and young people are safe, nurtured and achieving; v. Support good outcomes for young people by being responsive to changing demand and meet emerging needs; vi. Service Providers meet contract monitoring and financial reporting requirements specified by the Authority. Eligibility for Targeted Short Break Activities is set out in the Authority's Short Breaks Statement. This Statement is reviewed regularly, and as such, eligibility criteria may change. Service Providers shall deliver Targeted Short Break Activities to young people with who have been identified as eligible by the Authority. Targeted Short Break Activities support young people and allows their parents or full-time carers to have a break from their caring responsibilities. Support is intended for young people in School Years 1 to 13, however the actual age at which these services are provided for each individual, and the age at which they cease, will be determined through the Authority's assessment process. Targeted Short Break Activities do not support parents and carers of disabled young people to work. There are separate duties on local authorities in relation to childcare for disabled children under the Childcare Act 2006. ### Lot Information Out of School and weekend actviites (term time or full year) Weekly clubs such as sport, craft and Activity clubs for young people to meet and socialise. Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months plus a further 12 Months Holiday Activities May include family fun days, where Service Providers offer inclusive Activities for disabled young people and their whole family. One off day trips, adventure Activities or regular holiday clubs. Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months then for a further 12 months School holiday activities in Cumbrian Special Schools May include family fun days, where Service Providers offer inclusive Activities for disabled young people and their whole family. One off day trips, adventure Activities or regular holiday clubs. These Activities would be available to any eligible child, not only those who attend the school Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months then a futher 12 months Activities based on specific needs Clubs and Activities to meet specific needs identified during the family online application process. Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months then a further 12 months Innovation To give the Authority the opportunity to develop pioneering, inventive and original Activities. Renewal: Option to extend for 12 months the for a further 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012889-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,982,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CARLISLE | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA1 1RD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Carlisle | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 9 Jun 2021 at 08:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012889-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/ - http://www.the-chest.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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