Holiday Activities and Food Schemes 2025 Summer Provision

" This initiative, classified under the "Social work and related services" industry, had a tender ID of CS19177-H. It was conducted as a direct procurement method via a single tender action below the threshold. The aim was to provide free holiday activities and meals for children eligible for free school meals across twelve locations in the South East, United Kingdom.

The contract period is from 23 July 2025 to 2 September 2025, with ten suppliers awarded contracts to cover the identified gaps in service provision. This award stage was concluded on 17 June 2025, with information published on 8 July 2025. This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses aiming to deliver social services, particularly those with small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) status or voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) characteristics, as both are suitable for this tender.

Companies involved in community engagement, child welfare, and education-related services or those already operating in the South East of England may find this contract beneficial for growth. With contracts awarded to diverse suppliers, including organisations like 360 Degree Sports Coaching CIC and Superstar Schools Ltd, the procurement showcases a chance for SMEs to collaborate with public sector initiatives, expand their service portfolios, and increase local community impact.