---
title: "1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c8ff"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TRAFFORD COUNCIL"
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# 1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision

Buyer: TRAFFORD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c8ff

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## Summary

Trafford Council, operating from Manchester, has initiated a tender for the "1:1 Short Break Group Holiday Provision", falling within the welfare services for children and young people industry category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open competition methodology being employed. The end date for tender submissions is set for 5th August 2026, while enquiries must be submitted by 29th July 2026. The service focuses on providing short breaks for children and young people aged 5 to 18 years, necessitating providers to be Ofsted-registered for including attendees under eight years old. The total contract value is £63,000, with the contract period spanning from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2027, and potential extensions up to 30th September 2029.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in child welfare services to expand their reach within the public sector. The contract's focus on quality, social value, and competitive pricing allows service providers to highlight their strengths in delivering high-standard and impactful services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are specifically encouraged to participate. Organisations capable of demonstrating expertise in age-appropriate care and educational activities for children and young people will find this contract particularly advantageous for enhancing their business growth and service portfolio.

## Notice

This service is intended for children and young people (CYP) aged 5 to 18 years. Providers should propose appropriate age groupings, ensuring careful consideration is given to avoid grouping children at significantly different developmental stages. Providers must be registered with Ofsted to allow children under 8 years old to attend a full session or be actively working towards registration

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 1 year with the option to extend for a further 2 years on a yearly basis (1+1+1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065372-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,000 |
| Lots value | £63,000 |
| 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 | TRAFFORD COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | STAR PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M32 0TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 16:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065372-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065372-2026
  10th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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