Scope
Reference
EPRO1000318 / ERFX1002481
Description
Coordination of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Somerset
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is a Department for Education (DfE) funded initiative aimed at providing enriching activities and healthy meals to children eligible for benefits-related Free School Meals (FSM) during school holidays. Somerset Council seeks a delivery partner to coordinate the HAF programme across the county from April 2026 to March 2029.
Total value (estimated)
- £450,000 excluding VAT
 - £540,000 including VAT
 
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028
 - 3 years
 
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
 
Contract locations
- UKK23 - Somerset
 
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
 - Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
 
Submission
Tender submission deadline
4 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
Coordination of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Somerset
EPRO1000318 / ERFX1002481
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting | 
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% | 
| Price | Price | 30% | 
| Social Value | Quality | 10% | 
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
Coordination of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Somerset
EPRO1000318 / ERFX1002481
Contracting authority
Somerset Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGC-1434-MQPJ
 
County Hall, The Crescent
Taunton
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Region: UKK23 - Somerset
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government