Support Services Framework for Babies, Children, Young People and Families

Powys County Council is currently in the tender stage for a new procurement process titled "Support Services Framework for Babies, Children, Young People and Families," aimed at enhancing service provision in and around Powys, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services. The framework is valued at GBP 840,000 and invites expressions of interest from qualified providers capable of delivering a variety of support services, including therapeutic and statutory assessments for young people and families.

The open procedure for this Light Touch Contract under the Procurement Act 2023 provides flexibility while ensuring compliance with transparency and equal treatment principles. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 10 November 2025 and an award period set to conclude by 30 January 2026. Interested parties can submit their tenders via the eTenderwales portal, with further competition or direct award as the procurement method.

This open framework offers a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to expand into the public sector by offering specialised services aligned with the health and social work category. Businesses with capabilities in providing assessments, therapeutic interventions, and support for young people and families can leverage this framework to cement their presence in the industry, while potentially accessing additional opportunities through re-opening phases. The procurement process emphasises quality and cost in its evaluation criteria.

Service providers skilled in areas such as cognitive assessments, art therapy, and sessional support services are ideal candidates, and successful inclusion in the framework could enhance their growth through established governmental contracts and visibility within the public sector.