Published date: 6 March 2024

Last edited date: 17 April 2024

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 10 May 2024, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Health and social work services - 85000000

Location of contract

W5 2HL

Value of contract

£14,760,000

Procurement reference

CF-0004700D8e000000Kmn7EAC

Published date

6 March 2024

Closing date

10 May 2024

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 June 2024

Contract end date

30 May 2029

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Restricted procedure (above threshold)

A two-stage procedure, where the first stage is used to select suppliers, who are then invited to bid in the second stage.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

London Borough of Ealing is seeking experienced Children's Short Breaks providers who can achieve good outcomes for Children living in Ealing. Ealing Council currently spends approximately £1,640,000 per annum on Children's Short Breaks.
The Council is procuring a new DPV for a period of Five (5) years, to commence in June 24, with the option to extend, in any increment, for up to 4 years. The total value is approximately £14,760,000, if all extensions used.
Short Breaks and respite are part of the continuum of services that support children, young people and their families aged 0-18 years.
The Council has a statutory responsibility to provide a range of quality Short Break Services, which can meet the needs of local families,. Services will be delivered from a range of Providers in the community across the borough of Ealing. Short Breaks also play a vital role in the Council's Early Help and Safeguarding strategies, helping to support parent and carer capacity.
Children, young people and their families can access universally available activities in the community, although activities may not always be accessible to all of our families with bespoke, complex or profound needs. Commissioned short breaks are available to young people supported by the Children with Disabilities (CwD) service.
Commissioned Short Breaks are available to Children and young people supported by the Children with Disabilities (CwD) Service. The number of young people receiving support is currently circa 480 Children and young people. The CwD Service has grown by circa 20% annually, resulting in increased demand for short break provisions. As of November 2023, the waiting list currently stands at 108 Service Users awaiting Services (62 holiday provision, 34 weekend provision, 3 overnight provision & 9 afterschool provision).
The Council has a preference for Services to be delivered within the boundaries of Ealing or within the boundary of North-West London, encompassing neighbouring London boroughs such as Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, & Kensington and Chelsea. The proximity of these Services allows for easier accessibility for families, and a more immediate response to the needs of the local community. However, while our preference leans towards local Providers, we remain open to considering exceptional Services outside of this boundary that demonstrate the capacity to meet our standards and effectively serve the needs of our families. To apply for this opportunity please register on Atamis TM at https://ealinglbc-atamis.my.site.com/login and search for contract number C0140

More information

Previous notice about this procurement

Ealing Children's Short Breaks Dynamic Purchasing Vehicle

  • Opportunity
  • Published 6 March 2024

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Christine Baker

Address

14 - 16 Uxbridge Rd
Ealing, London
W5 2HL
GB

Telephone

+44 02088255122

Email

bakerc@ealing.gov.uk