Scope
Description
We are seeking to commission a Provider to deliver a County-wide service that will effectively engage and identify with Young Carers, complete Statutory Assessments on Young Carers and then provide appropriate Information, Advice and Guidance to ensure their needs are properly supported.
Total value (estimated)
- £850,000 excluding VAT
- £1,020,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKH14 - Suffolk
Engagement
Engagement deadline
30 June 2025
Engagement process description
The primary purpose of this preliminary market engagement notice is to identify any suppliers who may be able to provide the services required (which will, in turn, inform our approach to the procurement).
To express an interest in this tender opportunity, please email Chris.Southwell@suffolk.gov.uk and Neil.Holland@suffolk.gov.uk by 5pm on Monday 30th June. Your details will not be shared with anyone outside of Suffolk County Council.
Depending on the level of interest, we reserve the right to undertake further market engagement and/or change our approach to the procurement.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
3 October 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Suffolk County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVH-1657-HHMV
Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road
Ipswich
IP1 2BX
United Kingdom
Region: UKH14 - Suffolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government