AfC Short Breaks After School Services Moderate Needs Richmond

The procurement process is managed by the Achieving for Children Community Interest Company, a public authority sub-central government entity. This contract, titled "AfC Short Breaks After School Services Moderate Needs Richmond," falls under the services category, specifically social work and related services. It is targeted at providing after-school club short break services for children and young people with moderate special education needs aged 4-17 in the Richmond Borough.

The procurement method, classified under "direct" and "below threshold without competition," indicates a light-touch procurement strategy with a status marked as "completed" on 9 January 2026. 40 (net), runs from 9 December 2025 to 8 December 2026, with a potential extension up to 8 December 2028. The principal supplier is Keen2Go Limited, an SME and VCSE organisation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on delivering specialised social work services, particularly those with experience in managing programs for children with special education needs. Companies that specialise in developing personalised care plans and measuring satisfaction through metrics may find this contract especially advantageous for growth and expansion. SMEs and VCSEs operating in the Richmond or broader UKI75 region are well-positioned to provide the required services, tapping into the public sector demand for tailored after-school programmes.

The opportunity for contract renewal further enhances prospects for sustained growth and stable business relationships with public sector entities like Achieving for Children and the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames.