Scope
Reference
TWC001108
Description
The criminal exploitation of children has become a growing priority in the UK for child protection, police, schools and local support agencies. The need for a national strategy and best practice guidance is a current focus for the Government, and that
will unfold during the duration of this contract for a service to support young people at risk of criminal exploitation.
Within the borough of Telford & Wrekin, the Community Safety Partnership creates a multi-functional team to tackle local issues - including Child Criminal exploitation.
This collaboration between agencies working with children is essential for ensuring children receive the best safeguarding and support to promote their wellbeing.
In respect of this, Telford & Wrekin Council are seeking a service provider to work alongside our:
• Childrens Services CATE Team, that specialises in services for children and young people who are affected by child exploitation and harm outside of the home; and our
• Education Safeguarding function; and our
• Community Safety Team
Overall, the Council are looking for a provider with the necessary expertise to deliver this specialist service, that forms a key part of the Council's duty to safeguard our children and young people from criminal exploitation, enabling them to make positive
choices and fulfil their potential for adulthood.
Total value (estimated)
- £180,000 excluding VAT
- £216,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 November 2025 to 31 December 2027
- Possible extension to 31 December 2029
- 4 years, 1 month, 14 days
Description of possible extension:
The contract to commence on 17/11/2025 until completion date 31/12/2029 (2 years plus option of up to 2 more additional year as a +1 +1 extension).
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- UK suppliers
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
12 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
30 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Presentation | Quality | 20% |
| Implementation and Contract Management | Quality | 10% |
| Social value and environmental | Quality | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/telford/aspx/Home
Project Reference - TWC001108
Project Name - Child Criminal Exploitation Support Service
Contracting authority
Borough of Telford & Wrekin
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHHD-5776-GZNN
Darby House, Telford Town Centre, Lawn Central,
Telford, Shropshire
TF3 4JA
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@telford.gov.uk
Region: UKG21 - Telford and Wrekin
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government