Scope
Reference
CWC24003
Description
The procurement is an above threshold procedure for services which are considered Light Touch Regime (LTR) in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023- Sections 9 & 10 and all other provisions of LTR under the Act and Council's Contract Procedure Rules.
This arrangement constitutes a flexible "pseudo" framework (for clarity, not an Open Framework as defined under the Procurement Act 2023). The framework may be reopened at any time, either to increase the number of participating providers or to replace
those who have been removed. This action may be taken at the Council's reasonable discretion, where it is deemed necessary to ensure the framework continues to support the Council in meeting its statutory duties-specifically, to maintain sufficient capacity in terms of available placements and provider coverage.
The Framework is composed of two Lots.
Lot 1: Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years: The provision will provide overnight short break services that give children and young people to take a break and support for Parent/Carers in their caring role, which could reduce the occurrence of family breakdown.
Lot 2: Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities: The provision will provide overnight short break services that enable adults to take a break and support for Family members or carers in their caring role, which could reduce the occurrence of family breakdown.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Description
The Council has a duty to provide overnight short breaks provision for Children and Young People with a disability and their families, as part of the Children and Young Person's Act (2008) as every local authority.
"...shall provide services designed to assist individuals who provide care for such children (disabled) to continue to do so, or to do so more effectively, by giving them a break from caring". Short breaks are integral to a comprehensive approach to supporting disabled children to develop as participating and contributing individuals, included in their communities, with personal social networks."
The provision will provide overnight short break services that give children and young people to take a break and support for Parent/Carers in their caring role, which could reduce the occurrence of family breakdown.
The Overnight Short Breaks will provide services during term time and school holidays and will be available for 360 days per year. By 1st May each year, the Provider will notify Parents/Carers, the SEND Family Help Service and Contract Officer of the days on which the service will be closed in the next 12 months.
Term time (39 weeks per year).
- Weekdays for children and young people in education: Overnight stays will be from 3pm to 8 am at a minimum this will be 18 hours in duration. This may be extended to consecutive nights as part of their Family Help Plan.
- Weekends/bank holidays: Provision of overnight short breaks 6pm to 10 am. This may be extended to consecutive nights as part of their Family Help Plan.
School holidays (13 weeks per year)
- Provision of overnight short breaks 6pm to 10 am. This may be extended to consecutive nights as part of their Family Help Plan.
Detailed requirements of the contract are set out Appendix B - Service specification.
Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
Description
The Care Act 2014 outlines the responsibilities of local authorities regarding adult overnight short breaks and respite care for adults with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities, particularly in sections related to assessments and support for carers.
The provision will provide overnight short break services that enable adults to take a break and support for Family members or carers in their caring role, which could reduce the occurrence of family breakdown.
The Overnight Short Breaks will provide services 7 days a week and will be available for 360 days per year. By 1st May each year, the Provider will notify Family members or carers, the Adult Social Care Team and Contract Officer of the days on which the service will be closed in the next 12 months.
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Lots
Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Suppliers (5)
- FOR EVERYBODY LIMITED
- HONEY CROWN BEE LIMITED
- JOBMERGER SUPPORT SERVICES LTD
- PROGRESS CHILDREN'S SERVICES LIMITED
- STEADY CARE SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contract value
- £5,131,000 excluding VAT
- £6,157,200 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
13 February 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
13 February 2026
Standstill period
- End: 24 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
16 March 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
The initial term will be for 5 (five) years, with the option for 2 (two) year extension.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85310000 - Social work services
Contract locations
- UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
Lots
Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
Suppliers (7)
- BAOBAB CARE UK LIMITED
- CARINGWITHDIGNITY LTD
- FOR EVERYBODY LIMITED
- HONEY CROWN BEE LIMITED
- JOBMERGER SUPPORT SERVICES LTD
- PROGRESS ADULT LIVING SERVICES LIMITED
- STEADY CARE SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contract value
- £7,840,000 excluding VAT
- £9,408,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
13 February 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
13 February 2026
Standstill period
- End: 24 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
16 March 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
The initial term will be for 5 (five) years, with the option for 2 (two) year extensions
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85310000 - Social work services
Contract locations
- UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Information about tenders
Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
- 6 tenders received
- 6 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 6 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 5 suppliers awarded contracts
- 1 supplier unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Unsuccessful suppliers
Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
- 11 tenders received
- 10 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 10 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 7 suppliers awarded contracts
- 3 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Unsuccessful suppliers
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Suppliers
BAOBAB CARE UK LIMITED
- Companies House: 10168107
200 Alcester Street
Birmingham, West Midlands
B12 0NQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
BE CARE LIMITED
- Companies House: 13930191
53 Newbridge Crescent
Wolverhampton
WV6 0LH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
CARINGWITHDIGNITY LTD
- Companies House: 13857679
6 Brook House 6, Brook House, Brook Business Centre, Brook Street
Tipton, West Midlands
DY4 9DD
United Kingdom
Region: UKG37 - Sandwell
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
FOR EVERYBODY LIMITED
- Companies House: 13192413
3 The Mill, High Street
Stourbridge, England
DY8 4FA
United Kingdom
Email: enquiries@4everybody.gov.uk
Region: UKG36 - Dudley
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
HONEY CROWN BEE LIMITED
- Companies House: 08949868
31 Edinburgh Road
Nuneaton, England
CV10 9HE
United Kingdom
Email: info@honeycrownbee.co.uk
Region: UKG13 - Warwickshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
JOBMERGER SUPPORT SERVICES LTD
- Companies House: 12142973
St. James House Hollinswood Road, Central Park
Telford, England
TF2 9TZ
United Kingdom
Email: info@jobmerger.co.uk
Region: UKG21 - Telford and Wrekin
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
LOVAGE HOMECARE LTD
- Companies House: 13715787
178 Stafford Street
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
WV1 1NA
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
PROGRESS ADULT LIVING SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 11230013
Progress House, 127 Millfields Road
Wolverhampton
WV4 6JG
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@progresscare.co.uk
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
PROGRESS CHILDREN'S SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 04014026
Progress House, 127 Millfields Road
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
WV4 6JG
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@progresscare.co.uk
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
RHESUS CARE LTD
- Companies House: 14266094
Unit 8 Boultbee Business Units
Birmingham
B7 5AR
United Kingdom
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
STEADY CARE SOLUTIONS LIMITED
- Companies House: 14852846
Unit 6 Beecham Business Park, Aldridge
Walsall, England
WS9 8TZ
United Kingdom
Email: info@steadycaresolutions.com
Region: UKG38 - Walsall
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. CWC24003 - Lot 1. Overnight Short Breaks Service for children and young people with SEND aged 2-18 years.
Contract 2. CWC24003 - Lot 2. Overnight Short Breaks Service for Adults 18+ with learning disabilities (LD) or disabilities
Contracting authority
Wolverhampton City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBV-7568-LBLL
Civic Centre, St Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1SH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government