Residential Short Breaks

South Gloucestershire Council has completed the procurement process for a tender titled "Residential Short Breaks", specifically catering to health and social work services. The contract, valued at £1,308,000, is aimed at providing residential overnight short breaks for children and young people with disabilities at an Ofsted-registered children's home in South Gloucestershire. The procurement process utilized a direct award method due to the urgent nature of the contract, following an unexpected early termination by the previous provider.

The contract award was made to ACTION FOR CHILDREN, effective from 3rd November 2025, and is set to last until 2nd November 2027. This direct award contract presents opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are focused on delivering high-quality health and social work services. Businesses experienced in providing specialised care for children with disabilities will find this contract beneficial, given the need for consistent and stable service delivery.

The awarded interim contract provides a bridge to service stability, allowing the council to strategically plan and re-procure long-term services, opening future opportunities for businesses prepared to meet these essential needs.