Appropriate Adult Service for Children and Young
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The London Borough of Croydon, in partnership with the London Borough of Sutton, is inviting tenders for an Appropriate Adult Service designed for children and young people. This service is needed for those who are held in Police custody or involved in inquiries within the boroughs of Croydon and Sutton. The tender process is currently at the 'Tender' stage with a closing date for submissions set on 21st November 2025.
The procurement falls under the health and social work services industry category and is conducted through an open competition method. The contract is set to commence on 1st January 2026 and end on 31st December 2028. This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work and community action programmes, particularly those experienced in working with vulnerable groups and law enforcement.
Firms within the health and social services sectors are well-positioned to compete, with the contract allowing for a collaborative environment for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolios and reputation in public sector services. The evaluation process prioritises technical capability, social value, and competitive pricing, thus encouraging participation from businesses committed to high-quality service provision and social responsibility.
The Council invites quotations for the provision of the Appropriate Adult Service for Children and Young People. The service is for vulnerable children and young people who are taken into Police custody at Croydon Custody Suite (shared between Croydon and Sutton), are being questioned as part of an investigation, or are required to attend any Police Stations within either borough as part of a pre-arranged meeting. Additionally, the service will provide an Appropriate Adult for the London Borough of Croydon when age assessments of unaccompanied minors in compliance with the Merton Compliant are being completed For further information please refer to the procurement documentation which includes the specification.
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The contract period is three years.
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