Social Care or Education Placement

Bristol City Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Social Care or Education Placement" under the services category, focusing on health and social work services. The procurement was a direct method, classified as below threshold without competition, and was part of a light-touch special regime. The process reached the award stage on 11th December 2025, with the main contract starting on 1st September 2025 and set to conclude on 31st March 2030.

This contract, valued at £865,009.35, involves services to be delivered in the UK region UKK1 by the supplier, National Star Foundation, which is a large-scale VCSE organisation located in Cheltenham. This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the health and social work sectors, particularly those capable of providing specialised services within education or social care settings. The partnership with National Star Foundation, a known entity within this domain, indicates a preference for experienced and established service providers.

Businesses seeking to expand into public sector contracts, especially those with the capacity to meet sub-central government requirements, might find associating with such tenders beneficial for strategic growth and enhancing their credibility within the public service sector. This procurement not only supports business growth through substantial service delivery opportunities but also aids organisations seeking to bolster their profile in government contracting.