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Somerset Council is undertaking a procurement process titled "Regulation 44 Inspections - 2026" for the provision of independent inspection services for council-run children's homes, as mandated by the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. This procurement falls under the category of social work services and is located in the UK region of UKK23. The current tender stage invites submissions through an open procedure with the tender period concluding on 19th January 2026, while enquiries are accepted until 12th January 2026.
The contract is valued at £177,000 (excluding VAT), with services expected to commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 31st March 2029. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work services, particularly those experienced in compliance with regulatory inspections of children's homes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are explicitly encouraged to bid.
The open procurement method allows for wide participation, fostering growth for those prepared to deliver high-quality, impartial inspection services. Businesses with expertise in delivering social value and quality services would be well-positioned to compete, given the weighting of 60% on quality and 10% on social value in the award criteria.
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The contract period is three years.
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