---
title: "Alternative Provisions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052533"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# Alternative Provisions

Buyer: TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052533

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Alternative Provisions" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by Together for Children, a public authority sub-central government organisation based in Sunderland, UK. This tender, set to service the social work sector, aims to provide alternative education places and has a procurement category marked as 'services'. The procurement process is set to unfold with significant milestones, including a future notice date on 1st August 2026. The contract period is planned from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029, giving ample time for interested parties to prepare and propose viable solutions. The procurement method involves a framework agreement under a light-touch regime, compatible with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services without accommodation, particularly those that can offer alternative education solutions. With a focus on framework agreements, the tender is ideal for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their service offerings in the Sunderland region and beyond. Companies with a strong presence or interest in the UKC23 region will find this procurement especially beneficial, as it provides a substantial engagement time spanning three years. Organisations should leverage this opportunity to establish or enhance partnerships within the public sector, potentially creating sustainable business growth through strategic service delivery in alternative education and social work.

## Notice

The provision of alternative education places

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027174-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 18:10 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027174-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027174-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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