Social Care or Education Placement

The procurement process, led by Bristol City Council, focused on securing a service provider for the "Social Care or Education Placement" contract, categorised under the health and social work services industry. This procurement, completed on 22nd September 2025, employed a direct method below the threshold, meaning no competitive tendering was necessary. The contract is situated in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKK1 region, and is currently in the award stage with the contract status marked as active.

The service was awarded to Keelan Taylor Care, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in the West Midlands, with the contract period commencing on 23rd June 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. This tender presents growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in health and social work services, as evidenced by the selection of Keelan Taylor Care. Such contracts offer sustained business prospects due to the ongoing demand for specialised care and education placements.

Businesses with expertise in delivering light touch services within the specified region will find similar opportunities promising, particularly if they can offer competitive, efficient, and high-quality services in line with government regulations. This tender also highlights the potential benefits for businesses functioning under the public authority - sub-central government classification.