--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for Complex Care Needs for Children and Young People" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-21" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for Complex Care Needs for Children and Young People Buyer: WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e70c.json) ## Summary Warrington Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to provide Complex Care Needs services for Children and Young People (CYP). This system seeks to procure essential support services encompassing health and social care for vulnerable CYP and care leavers, aimed at improving their well-being, independence, and overall life outcomes. The DPS covers a wide range of services divided into five specific lots: Outreach Support for Complex and Standard Needs, Supported Accommodation for 16-17-year-olds leaving care, Short to Medium-Term Accommodation for post-18 care-experienced young adults and asylum-seeking young people, and Specialist Assessments & Therapeutic Services. The procurement process follows a restricted procedure with submissions due by 28th September 2028. The services will be provided within the Warrington region (UKD61), and all communication and submissions will be handled electronically in English. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support services. Providers specialising in health, social care, therapeutic interventions, and accommodation services can benefit from the flexibility offered by the DPS, allowing them to apply at any time. Businesses with experience in handling complex needs, early intervention, safeguarding, and supporting young people transitioning to independent living will find this tender particularly relevant. Organisations must ensure 24/7 availability where required, demonstrate CQC registration if applicable, and be professionally registered and qualified for the specialist assessments and therapeutic services. Engaging in this tender can foster business growth by establishing long-term relationships with Warrington Borough Council and contributing to the sustainable delivery of essential services for vulnerable young individuals. ## 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. The DPS is divided into five lots, covering a broad range of social care, accommodation, therapeutic interventions, and outreach support. Lot 1: 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 2: 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 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 safeguarding measures. 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. ### Lot Information 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. 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. 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. 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. Specialist Assessments and 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 | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006904-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2028 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | 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 | TLD61 Warrington | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services - 85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation - 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people - 85312100 - Daycare services ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 15:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006904-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.warrington.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c18d84d1-38f0-ef11-8134-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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