Social Services Tenders & Contracts

Lincolnshire County Council intends to establish an Open Framework for the commissioning of independent placements for children and young people. The framework will support the Council in sourcing a range of high-quality, safe and suitable placements that meet the individual needs and outcomes of children and young people. The Open Framework will provide opportunities for new providers to apply to join at specified intervals throughout its term. Individual placements will be commissioned through the framework in accordance with the Council’s assessed needs, matching requirements and call-off arrangements. Inclusion on the framework will not guarantee any level of business or placement volume. Lots to be included in the framework will be: - Independent Non-Maintained (Special) Schools (INMS) - Residential Care - Foster Care - Supported Accommodation - Domiciliary Care for Children and Young People with Disabilities (CWD) - Short Breaks and Social Inclusion for Children and Young People with Disabilities (CWD) - Alternative Provision (AP) for permanently excluded children and young people (PEX) - Alternative Provision (AP) to meet Special Educational, needs and disabilities (SEND)

Lincolnshire County Council intends to establish an Open Framework for the commissioning of independent placements for children and young people. The framework will support the Council in sourcing a range of high-quality, safe and suitable placements that meet the individual needs and outcomes of children and young people. The Open Framework will provide opportunities for new providers to apply to join at specified intervals throughout its term. Individual placements will be commissioned through the framework in accordance with the Council’s assessed needs, matching requirements and call-off arrangements. Inclusion on the framework will not guarantee any level of business or placement volume. Lots to be included in the framework will be: - Independent Non-Maintained (Special) Schools (INMS) - Residential Care - Foster Care - Supported Accommodation - Domiciliary Care for Children and Young People with Disabilities (CWD) - Short Breaks and Social Inclusion for Children and Young People with Disabilities (CWD) - Alternative Provision (AP) for permanently excluded children and young people (PEX) - Alternative Provision (AP) to meet Special Educational, needs and disabilities (SEND)

The Isle of Wight Council is commissioning framework for Supported Accommodation and Pathways to Independence Services for children we care for aged 16 – 18 years, for whom the authority has a statutory responsibility for, in line with the Ofsted requirements and regulations for the sector. In addition, the Authority are commissioning move on accommodation for our care experienced young people aged 18 -25 years. The Authority are undertaking a market engagement exercise to inform the commissioning of Supported Accommodation and Pathways to Independence Service Framework from 1 April 2027. The framework will be provided under 6 lots as listed below; Lot 1 - Supported Accommodation and support for eligible and relevant children we care for and separated migrant children, aged 16-18yrs. Lot 2 - Parent and child supported accommodation and support for children we care for, aged 16 to 18yrs. Lot 3 – Emergency supported accommodation bed for 16-18yr olds who have become homeless. Lot 4 – Move on accommodation and support for eligible and relevant care experienced young people and separated migrant young people, aged 18-25yrs. Lot 5 – Parent and child accommodation and support for care experienced young people, aged 18-25yrs. Lot 6 – Emergency move on accommodation bed for 18-25yr olds who have become homeless.

North East London Foundation Trust is seeking a provider to deliver a Mental Health Crisis House Service for Adults in the Waltham Forest area. The service will provide a short-term, recovery-focused residential alternative to hospital admission for individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis, supporting crisis stabilisation, recovery and community reintegration. Provider staff will have lived experience of mental health issues and will be able to provide a Peer Support element to the care provided and programme of activities.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) are seeking providers within the local Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector to deliver the Better Care Fund (BCF) funded VCFSE Integrated Wellbeing Pathways service for adults aged 18+. The new model has been developed through engagement with VCFSE organisations and health and care partners and aims to provide a more integrated and person-centred approach to supporting local residents. The proposed contract term is 3 years, with the option to extend for a further two 1 year periods (3+1+1). The estimated annual contract value is up to £557,282.00 with a maximum potential contract value of £2,786,410.00 over the full contract term. The service will be delivered through two lots: Lot 1: Community Support and Development Annual Value: Approximately £285,282.00 Through predominantly home visits, this lot provides responsive and preventative support that helps individuals maintain independence while fostering stronger community capacity and connections. Providers will be expected to: • Deliver responsive short-term wellbeing support, primarily through home visits. • Support socially isolated, vulnerable and at-risk residents. • Connect individuals with voluntary, community, faith and statutory services. • Identify emerging unmet need within communities. • Strengthen communities by working with local partners to develop sustainable community-based solutions and support networks. • Deliver flexible and innovative approaches that respond to local needs and circumstances. • Operate a responsive seven-day service model. Lot 2: Integrated Hospital Discharge and Neighbourhood Support Pathway Annual Value: Approximately £272,000.00 This lot will support safe and timely hospital discharge, helping people recover, remain independent, and avoid unnecessary readmissions through coordinated community and VCFSE support. Providers will be expected to: • Work in partnership with hospital, community, primary care and social care teams. • Support patient identification, discharge planning and same-day discharge where appropriate. • Coordinate rapid access to community, VCFSE and Personal Health Budget (PHB) support. • Deliver post-discharge follow-up to promote recovery and reduce readmissions. • Develop and coordinate neighbourhood-based VCFSE support services. • Identify gaps in provision and strengthen local community capacity and resilience. • Operate a responsive seven-day service model. What the service will deliver Across both lots, providers will work alongside people to help them: • Live independently and confidently for longer. • Improve their health, wellbeing and overall quality of life. • Stay well at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions or readmissions. • Access the right support at the right time, including safe and timely discharge from hospital. • Maintain independence and delay or avoid the need for long-term care and support. • Build meaningful connections, reduce isolation and strengthen support networks. Providers will need strong links with local communities and referral partners, experience of collaborative working, and the ability to share outcomes and performance. Successful providers for Lots 1 and 2 will be expected to work together to create a seamless pathway for residents. Recognising the expertise of providers, outcomes, key performance measures and indicators will be agreed collaboratively during mobilisation to ensure measures are meaningful, outcome-focused and reflect local priorities. The procurement opportunity is expected to be published in Early October 2026. We welcome submissions from individual organisations, partnerships, consortia, or lead provider/subcontractor arrangements.