Scope
Reference
SMBC 25008
Description
Sandwell MBC Children's Services is seeking to appoint a provider to operate the core Family Hubs across the borough as set out in this document. The provider will work closely with the Start for Life lead from Public Health and the Family Hub team to agree delivery to ensure objectives are met. Family Hubs have evolved across the country over the years but the basic principles of providing early help and support to families remains key to delivery in Sandwell. This is not a new service. The authority has developed practice over the years and wishes to maintain many approaches as noted in the specification. The authority seeks consistency of practice across the towns but acknowledges that different emphasis will be required to address local issues in different communities. The successful agency will work with the local authority to further develop and enhance the services provided.
Total value (estimated)
- £13,628,095 excluding VAT
- £16,353,710 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract period will be for an initial period of three (3) years from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. There is an additional option to extend for a further two (2) year period until 31 March 2031 at the Council's discretion.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
- 85321000 - Administrative social services
- 85323000 - Community health services
Contract locations
- UKG37 - Sandwell
Submission
Tender submission deadline
22 October 2025, 3:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
15 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | Please refer to the ITT Documents |
Price |
Weighting description
Please refer to the ITT Documents
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJHD-8764-YRJJ
Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street
Oldbury
B69 3DE
United Kingdom
Contact name: Neil Whitehouse
Region: UKG37 - Sandwell
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government