Holiday Activities with Food Schemes Christmas 2025 (Round 2) Mini Competition

Hampshire County Council has successfully completed the "Holiday Activities with Food Schemes Christmas 2025 (Round 2) Mini Competition," as part of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme Framework, CS19177. This procurement, classified under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV Code 85000000), aimed to provide free holiday activities for children eligible for free school meals in designated areas across the South East, United Kingdom. The selective procurement, conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, reached the award stage on 22nd October 2025.

The awarded suppliers are tasked with delivering services during the contract period from 20th December 2025 to 4th January 2026. This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in children's holiday activities, nutrition, and educational services. With a budget of £13,841, businesses capable of offering healthy and engaging programmes will find this an ideal platform for growth and community impact.

Contracts were awarded to several suppliers—Freedom School Holidays, ID PE & Sport Limited, North Baddesley Infant School, S&G Harley Limited, and New Milton Town Council—each covering different districts like Havant, Fareham, Test Valley, Winchester, and New Forest. This spread highlights the potential for further collaborations and entry points into similar public service initiatives within and beyond Hampshire.