AfC Short Breaks After School Service Windsor & Maidenhead.

The procurement process for the "AfC Short Breaks After School Service Windsor & Maidenhead" is in the Tender stage, initiated by Achieving for Children and managed by The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. This service, intended for children and young people with disabilities aged 8-17 in Windsor & Maidenhead, falls under the health and social work services category. Located in Twickenham and Kingston, the procurement method is open and considered a below-threshold competition.

Interested parties need to be aware of key deadlines, with the tender period ending on 16 January 2026 and enquiries closing on 9 January 2026. The anticipated contract commencement date is 13 April 2026, with a potential extension up to April 2030. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the health and social work sector, particularly those specialising in disability services for young people.

Organisations qualifying as SMEs or VCSEs are deemed suitable to compete, providing a chance for smaller enterprises to establish or expand their services. With a focus on both price (40%) and quality (60%) as award criteria, businesses that excel in areas like safeguarding, accessibility, and stakeholder engagement will be well-positioned. This is an excellent opportunity for entities aiming to build long-term partnerships and significantly impact community welfare through service delivery.