Post CSE Support Services

The procurement process concerning the provision of post-child sexual exploitation support services has been completed by Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. This contract, titled "Post CSE Support Services," encompasses three service areas: practical and emotional support, therapeutic interventions, and combined support, including family-focused therapy. Classified under "Guidance and Counselling Services," the contract was conducted through an open procedure and awarded in three separate lots.

It will commence on 1 January 2026 and run until 31 December 2028, with a fixed price structure totaling £514,800. Award announcements were made between 8 September and 22 September 2025, and the tender was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The location of this procurement is centred in Rotherham, S60 1AE, though services extend to various regions including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This contract provides significant opportunities for growth in the field of health and social work services. Businesses specialising in community-oriented health and social services, particularly those offering guidance and counselling, will find potential in aligning with the objectives of the awarded contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) were encouraged to bid, reflecting suitability for a diverse range of organisations.

Suppliers selected—Grow Organisation, Rotherham Abuse Counselling Service, and Hopian—illustrate the scope for substantial involvement by large scale providers. This procurement represents an opportunity for businesses committed to impactful social services to engage effectively with public sector initiatives.