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title: "Contract for the Provision of Residential Placements for up to Three (3) Children and Young People aged 7 years and Above with Complex Needs - Green End"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069f39"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Contract for the Provision of Residential Placements for up to Three (3) Children and Young People aged 7 years and Above with Complex Needs - Green End

Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069f39

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## Summary

Hertfordshire County Council has announced a planned procurement for the provision of residential placements for children and young people with complex needs. This tender falls under the health and social work services category, specifically targeting support for individuals with challenging behaviour and complex conditions such as trauma, mental health issues, neurodevelopment disorders, and potential exploitation risks. Located in the UKH23 region, the procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with the anticipated start date for the contract being 31st August 2027 and running until 28th February 2031, with potential extension until 2033. The estimated contract value is £10,010,880, and Hertfordshire County Council seeks to form a 'Block Contract' with a suitable provider by utilising existing council properties.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in residential care services, particularly those with expertise in managing complex behavioural and mental health needs. Organisations with capacity for high-risk management and experience with special education, mental health, and child welfare services are well-positioned to bid. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, aligning with the procurement's suitability criteria. The contract not only offers substantial financial potential but also allows successful bidders to contribute meaningfully to community well-being and child care innovation. Interested parties should prepare to engage and begin bidding procedures in line with future notices expected by 1st March 2027.

## Notice

The Council wish to procure a 'Block Contract' arrangement with a single Provider to provide an OFSTED registered residential home for up to three (3) Children and Young People utilising the Council's existing properties for Children and Young People aged 7 years and above. This service is designed to meet the needs of children and young people who may display levels of challenging behaviour and complex needs. Needs may include trauma, attachment, mental health including hospital step down, neurodevelopment (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD and or Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD), substance use and child criminal or sexual exploitation presenting with high levels of risk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047107-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2027 - 28 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,010,880 |
| 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 | HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STEVENAGE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG1 2FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Stevenage |
| Electoral ward | Symonds Green |
| Westminster constituency | Stevenage |
| Delivery location | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 12:52 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047107-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047107-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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