Holiday Activities with Food Schemes Easter Mini Competition 2025

Hampshire County Council has completed a competitive procurement process to award contracts under the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme framework (CS19177) for the 2025 Easter period. This selective procurement, executed through a call-off from an existing framework agreement, is classified under the Health and Social Work Services sector. It aims to provide healthy and free holiday activities for children eligible for benefits due to Free School Meals.

The contract, valued at £496,217, will run from 5th April to 21st April 2025, with delivery locations including Eastleigh, Test Valley, Winchester, New Forest, and Gosport, among others. The procurement stage culminated in the award announcement on 6th March 2025, following the tender period that ended on 21st February 2025. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in health, social work, and educational services, especially those geared towards children's activities and welfare.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. Successful bidders include a diverse range of organisations such as 360 DSC Limited, Active Kids Holiday Club, and AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust. Companies capable of delivering engaging, educational, and health-focused activities for children in various districts will find this procurement beneficial for expanding their market presence and fostering community engagement.