Scope
Reference
DN799261
Description
St Helens Council is undertaking soft market testing ahead of a forthcoming procurement for an Independent Regulation 44 Visitor Service. The Council currently commissions Regulation 44 inspections for two of its children's homes. However, due to recent service expansion, Regulation 44 inspections are now required for five children's homes, with a potential sixth home expected to open in the near future. Further expansion of provision is also possible during the lifetime of the contract.
Total value (estimated)
- £17,700 excluding VAT
- £17,700 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKD7 - Merseyside
Engagement
Engagement deadline
23 December 2025
Engagement process description
Providers will be asked to complete a Soft Market Testing Document
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
St Helens Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPYM-6238-VHLR
Town Hall
St Helens
WA10 1HP
United Kingdom
Region: UKD71 - East Merseyside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Star Procurement
Summary of their role in this procurement: Shared Procurement Support
- Companies House: Star Procurement
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMJL-3178-QZJH
Waterside House
Sale
M33 7ZF
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West