Short Breaks and Disabled Children's Support Services Framework 2026
Description: The Children and Families service in the London Borough of Hackney plans to engage with organisations from the voluntary, community, and independent sectors throughout this year to shape the procurement of a Framework for Disabled Children's Services in 2026. This market engagement is in preparation for the upcoming procurement. The services will be categorised into 5 separate Lots: Home and Community Based Outreach Support Services delivering personalised support both in the family home and enabling disabled children to access their local community, facilities and services. This includes support to access and use universal services offered to all children and young people. Specialist Outreach Support Offer a structured program of social, recreational, and developmental activities suitable for children with a wide range of disabilities, including severe learning disabilities, autism, (read more...)
Summary: The London Borough of Hackney is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Short Breaks and Disabled Children's Support Services Framework 2026." This initiative involves various sectors, including health and social work services, with operations based in the UK, specifically London. The procurement aims to cater to the needs of disabled children within the borough, with an overall value projected at approximately £13.36 million. The procurement method is based on a framework agreement and is above threshold, indicative of a significant investment. One of the key activities scheduled is a third market engagement event focusing on "Home and Community Based Outreach Support Services" and the "Specialist Outreach Support Offer," which will take place virtually on 29th July 2026 from 2 pm to 3.30 pm.