DHSC: ASC Transitions Training Materials

The Department of Health & Social Care in the United Kingdom is seeking service providers through an open tender procedure for developing best practice training materials to improve the transition from children's services to adult social care (ASC). The project, titled "DHSC: ASC Transitions Training Materials," focuses on upskilling the social care sector to enhance transitions for young individuals with special educational needs and disabilities. This process aligns with health and social work services under the CPV code 85000000.

The procurement method is open, and responses must be submitted via the E-Portal Atamis. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 4th February 2026, a tender submission deadline by 24th February 2026, and an award decision by 16th March 2026. The contract is to commence on 16th March 2026 and end by 28th February 2027, with a potential extension to 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in health and social care services, as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are encouraged to apply. With the contract valued at up to £300,000, the criteria favour quality and social value, offering a 70% quality and 10% social value weighting. Businesses with expertise in developing educational materials and training guidelines, particularly those with experience in the social care sector, stand to gain substantially by participating in this process aimed at delivering valuable and impactful resources to improve social care transitions.