Integrated Youth Service Offer

Knowsley Council has announced a planned procurement for its "Integrated Youth Service Offer," focusing on health and social work services in the UK region UKD7. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with an open procedure as the chosen method, allowing for broad participation. Interested parties should take note that future notices are expected by 3rd October 2025.

The contract period for this service is slated to commence on 1st February 2026 and conclude on 31st January 2032. The overall budget for this procurement is set at £4,500,000 GBP, aimed at meeting the requirements under Section 507B of the Education Act 1996. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as it has been crafted with their involvement in mind.

Companies specialising in youth services, particularly those offering detached youth work and targeted one-on-one interventions, are well-suited to partake in this opportunity. The planned tender aligns with the council's commitment to enhancing services for children and young people aged 11 to 19, and up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Businesses with expertise in the health and social work services sector stand to benefit from potential collaborations with Knowsley Council, enabling growth and development within this local authority framework.