Birmingham Virtual School Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Service
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Birmingham City Council is currently in the planning stage for procuring a Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Service for the Birmingham Virtual School. This process is in the phase of Soft Market Testing to assess market interest and capacity, with key participation milestones set until 13th November 2025, by which time the expression of interest must be submitted. The school supports the educational progress of children in care and others in need, demanding specialised welfare and counselling services.
The procurement is slated to begin in April 2026, with the initial contract running for three years, extendable by one additional year. The contract, valued at approximately £960,000, will be executed in the UKG31 region, focusing on welfare services for children and young people. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in children's mental health and social services.
Such businesses can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio, expand their service offerings, and solidify their reputation by contributing to the well-being and educational engagement of vulnerable youth. By participating in this tender, organisations can position themselves strategically within the public sector market in Birmingham, benefiting from a long-term stable contract with the potential for extension.
Birmingham City Council is conducting a Soft Market Testing exercise to explore the potential procurement of Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Services for Birmingham Virtual School (BVS). This is an exploratory exercise to assess market interest, capacity, and viability for future commissioning. Participation is voluntary and will not affect eligibility for future procurement.
Background Birmingham Virtual School supports the educational progress of Children in Care (CIC), Previously Looked-After Children (PLAC), and Children with a Social Worker (CWSW). The school operates strategically, working with professionals and families to ensure children known to social care receive appropriate educational and emotional support. Key Principles
- Empowerment: Children and families involved in planning
- Flexibility: Tailored services to individual needs
- Quality & Safety: High standards and safeguarding compliance
- Accountability: Transparent service delivery and financial practices
- Monitoring: Regular evaluation and stakeholder feedback Key Outcomes Support should enable young people to:
- manage exam stress and perform confidently
- transition smoothly into new school environments
- and maintain emotional wellbeing and positive educational engagement Contract Details Estimated Annual Value: PS200,000 Minimum Provider Turnover: PS400,000/year The estimated contract start date is April 2026 for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 1 year
Subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
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The contract period is three years.
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