Market Engagement Event for SEND Short Breaks and Personal Care Services for Children in the Bradford District

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Market Engagement Event for SEND Short Breaks and Personal Care Services for Children in the Bradford District." This event, set in the United Kingdom, within the region of UKE41, focuses on transforming short break services for children with disabilities or complex health needs. Currently in the planning stage, the process involves a market engagement event scheduled for 6th November 2025, with an emphasis on health and social work services.

Interested organisations need to express interest by 4th November 2025 to participate in the online event via MS Teams. This procurement will establish an eight-year Open Framework for relevant services, with contracts running from March 2026 to March 2034. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those with experience in regulated care and services for children with disabilities.

The procurement is structured into specific lots, allowing businesses to bid for particular segments, such as personal care services and short break activities. With an anticipated contract value exceeding £23 million, this is an attractive opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to expand their footprint in government procurement, particularly within the specialised market of child welfare services. Businesses capable of delivering such services will potentially benefit from long-term engagements and a stable client relationship with a public authority.