Intensive therapeutic and short breaks service for SEND
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Lancashire County Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for an "Intensive Therapeutic and Short Breaks Service for SEND," aimed at supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within their local communities. This service falls under the "Health and social work services" category and is part of a competitive flexible procedure, with a gross contract value of £5,200,000. The contract, planned to start on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2030, will be executed in the UKD4 region of the United Kingdom.
The procurement process adheres to the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, reflecting a light-touch regime and is above-threshold, with crucial documentation published on 15th May 2025 and further communications anticipated by 1st October 2025. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social services domain, particularly those that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as the suitability criteria are favorable for such organizations. The procurement's focus on children with SEND can enable firms with expertise in therapeutic interventions and community support services to expand their operations and reinforce their market presence.
The involvement of SOCIAL VALUE PORTAL LTD as a procuring entity emphasizes the value of social deliverables, which can attract businesses committed to sustainable and community-focused service delivery.
An intensive therapeutic and short breaks service intended to enable children with SEND, who may display behaviour that challenges, to be supported to live in their local communities rather than residential settings.
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The contract period is four years.
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