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title: "Somerset Young Carers Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05045a"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL"
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# Somerset Young Carers Service

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05045a

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## Summary

Somerset Council is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of services under the title "Somerset Young Carers Service". This procurement falls within the health and social work services category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The contract will support young carers in Somerset, providing tailored and sustainable assistance to address their unique challenges. Interested parties must submit their tender applications by 16th June 2025, with an enquiry period ending on 6th June 2025. The contract will be awarded by 31st July 2025, and services are to commence from 1st October 2025, running for four years until 30th September 2029. The total estimated contract value is £720,000 gross, with a net value of £600,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social services, particularly those with experience in supporting young carers or similar social initiatives. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for this contract, with the criteria focusing on quality, price, and social value. Companies that can provide high-quality bespoke services and demonstrate social impact are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender could lead to sustained business growth and increased recognition within the sector.

## Notice

As a Local Authority, we are committed to supporting young carers, recognising the invaluable (entirely unpaid) contributions they make to their families and communities in Somerset. Our commissioning ambitions aim to provide bespoke, tailored and sustainable support that addresses their unique needs and challenges

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015681-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| 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 | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK23 Somerset CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2025 at 15:40 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015681-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015681-2025
  16th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.somerset.gov.uk
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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