Scope
Description
The framework is designed to support the development and delivery of high-quality, inclusive, and outcome-focused services for children, young people, and their families with the aim of ensuring future provision maximises independence and choice and control,
best value, and sustainability within the local care market, and will be conducted in line with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2036
- 10 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKD72 - Liverpool
Engagement
Engagement deadline
1 October 2026
Engagement process description
Market Engagement Events
Details of market engagement events will be added to this notice once finalised. Interested parties are encouraged to check back regularly for updates.
Update - 16 December 2025
The Authority wishes to inform interested parties that the first market engagement event is now scheduled for Q4 of FY 2025/26. This event will precede the publication of the tender notice.
The project timeline has been adjusted slightly to allow the Authority to complete internal governance processes. Further information regarding the planned series of engagement events and the tender publication schedule will be shared in due course.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 October 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Liverpool City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRVY-7813-WLPG
Cunard Building
Liverpool
L3 1DS
United Kingdom
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government