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Summary, notice description and lot information
The procurement process titled "Children and Young People Placements for Residential and Fostering Special Educational Needs" is initiated by Cornwall Council, with a focus on Health and Social Work Services. This involves the establishment of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to facilitate placements for up to ten years with break clauses. The procurement adopts a Restricted procedure and is within the South West region of the United Kingdom.
This tender is currently active and went through several updates, the latest being on 26th November 2025, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2030. This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in providing residential care, fostering placements, or specialist educational services for children and young people. With an estimated value of £150 million, the DPS allows new providers to join during the system's duration, enhancing long-term growth prospects.
It's specifically inclusive of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it an appealing opportunity for businesses of varying sizes aiming to expand their service offerings within the public sector.
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The contract period is ten years.
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