Young Carers Service 2026

The Cheshire West and Chester Council has initiated a tender for the "Young Carers Service 2026", falling under the health and social work services category. As a part of a light touch regime, the open competition is active in several UK regions, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The submission deadline is set for 2nd February 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 26th January 2026.

The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and the process is executed under the "Below threshold - open competition" criteria. The main procurement category is services, with total funding of £388,125 for the gross amount of £465,750. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those serving young carers, to expand their operations within multiple UK regions.

The tender is accessible to SMEs and VCSEs, providing a conducive environment for smaller and community-driven enterprises to participate. The award criteria place an emphasis on quality, accounting for 80% and price for 20%, making it ideal for businesses focused on delivering high-quality services. Moreover, there is scope for contract renewal with potential optional extensions up to 21 months, offering long-term engagement opportunities for the successful bidders.