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We are seeking to work alongside experienced Ofsted-registered Children’s home providers to develop new local residential provision that enables children and young people to remain closer to their families, communities and support networks. We recognise the significant expertise, experience and innovation that residential care providers bring and we are keen to work collaboratively and build strong partnerships with organisations that share our ambition to create high-quality homes where children feel safe, supported, valued and able to thrive.\nThis Contract is being divided into the following Lots:\nLot 1: Council-owned Children’s Homes\nTorbay Council will purchase two buildings to be used as Children’s Homes within the Torbay boundary. The two homes will provide for 2 placements each, contributing to a total of 4 beds. For this Lot, Torbay Council is seeking one provider to deliver both properties. The provider will already have experience of running Ofsted Registered residential care services and will work collaboratively with Torbay Council’s Children’s Services and other relevant officers to identify suitable properties, assist with any decisions regarding redevelopment, refurbishment, or design of the homes and subsequently register and operate the purchased Children’s Homes. \nLot 2: Provider-leased / owned and run Children’s Homes\nFor this Lot, Torbay Council is seeking one provider to operate two Children’s Homes within the Torbay boundary. The two homes will provide for 2 placements each, contributing to a total of 4 beds. The provider will source suitable accommodation and register and operate the Children’s Homes. 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The percentage weighting for the Pricing Schedule is 30.00%.\nA maximum price cap has been applied in relation to the cost of one bed per week first year of the contract, for Lot 1 it is £7,500 as advised in B13.1 Budget of Part 1 Information. \nWhere the Applicant’s proposed prices exceed the maximum cost of one bed per week for the year of the contract (£7,500), the Applicant will be deemed to have failed the process in its entirety and will not be evaluated further.", "numbers": [ { "number": 30.00, "weight": "percentageExact" } ] } ] }, "selectionCriteria": { "criteria": [ { "type": "economic", "description": "Registration with Ofsted and submission of the organisation's URN\nFinancial Capacity \nConfirmation of ability to obtain relevant insurances after contract award but before delivery start\nFurther information can be found in Part 4 Procurement Specific Questionnaire and Section C2.3 of Part 1 Information." }, { "type": "technical", "description": "Relevant Experience and Contract Examples\nData Protection\nHealth and Safety\nPayment in Contracts\nCarbon Reduction\nModern Slavery\nRelevant policies, procedures and accreditations required to deliver the contract\nFurther information can be found in Part 4 Procurement Specific Questionnaire and Section C2.3 of Part 1 Information." } ] }, "suitability": { "sme": true, "vcse": true }, "contractPeriod": { "startDate": "2027-03-19T00:00:00+00:00", "endDate": "2030-03-18T23:59:59+00:00", "maxExtentDate": "2032-03-18T23:59:59+00:00" }, "hasRenewal": true, "renewal": { "description": "The contract may be extended for a period of up to 2 further year(s) or until the end of the allocated budget, subject to termination clauses within Terms and Conditions of Contract and as provided for in section 78 Implied right to terminate public contracts of the Procurement Act 2023." }, "hasOptions": true, "options": { "description": "Option 1: Increase or decrease in the number of properties provided under this Contract \nThe circumstances necessitating the Change are:\na) Where there is an increase, or decrease in service user demand that results in the need to expand, or decrease, the number of properties; and\nb) Where additional properties are included under this Contract, this change will be done within \nthe first 3 years of the Contract and the duration of which will not exceed beyond the allowable term of the Contract. \nOption 2: Change the weekly fee of the placements in each home to reflect significant changes in legislation or guidance\nThe circumstances necessitating the Change are:\na) Where there is a significant change to legislation or guidance which impacts the weekly cost of running the home; and \nb) Where additional properties are included under this Contract, this change will be done within \nthe first 3 years of the Contract and the duration of which will not exceed beyond the allowable term of the Contract." } } ], "lotDetails": { "awardCriteriaDetails": "There is no limit to the number of Lots an Applicant can bid for or be awarded. 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The Supplier shall accept payment electronically via BACS.\nFurther information on payment terms can be found in Clause 6 Charges and Payments of the Service Contract." }, "riskDetails": "The key risks to contract performance that have been identified and that are applicable for both Lots are:\nRisk 1: Ofsted Registration Delays \nRisk Description:\nDelay in obtaining Ofsted registration for one or more homes resulting in a delay to service commencement. \nModification if Risk Arises:\nPotential adjustment to mobilisation and implementation timescales \nRisk 2: Property Acquisition / Planning Delays \nRisk Description:\nDelays in identifying, securing, purchasing, leasing, developing or obtaining planning approval for suitable properties \nModification if Risk Arises:\nPotential adjustment to implementation timescales and mobilisation arrangements \nRisk 3: Sufficiency / Placement Demand Changes \nRisk Description:\nChanges in demand, complexity for need or placement sufficiency requirements over the life of the contract which impact service delivery requirements. \nModification if Risk Arises:\nPotential review of placement profiles, referral arrangements and service delivery requirements in line with contract provisions. \nRisk 4: Ofsted Status\nRisk Description:\nSignificant provider quality or safety concerns; Ofsted grading of inadequate \nModification if Risk Arises:\nNone if improvement occurs – potential contract default notice or termination of contract if issues not resolved \nRisk 5: Withdrawal from contract \nRisk Description: \nProvider withdraws from contract \nModification if Risk Arises:\nPotential award of new contract \nRisk 6: Legislative Changes \nRisk Description:\nSignificant legislative changes for example following the Welsh example of banning profits in residential care.\nModification if Risk Arises:\nPotential renegotiation of fee rates \nAdditional information on the risks described above can be found in Section B15 of Part 2 Specification." }, "language": "en" }, { "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-077e59", "buyerID": [], "id": "092715-2026", "tag": [ "planning" ], "date": "2026-10-01T10:48:02+01:00", "initiationType": "tender", "parties": [ { "name": "Torbay Council", "id": "GB-PPON-PXLG-3144-TYMJ", "identifier": { "scheme": "GB-PPON", "id": "PXLG-3144-TYMJ" }, "address": { "streetAddress": "Town Hall", "locality": "Torquay", "postalCode": "TQ1 3DR", "country": "GB", "countryName": "United Kingdom", "region": "UKK42" }, "contactPoint": { "name": "Chloe Farquhar", "email": "chloe.farquhar@torbay.gov.uk", "telephone": "+44 1803208350" }, "roles": [ "buyer" ], "details": { "url": "http://www.torbay.gov.uk/", "classifications": [ { "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE", "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment", "description": "Public authority - sub-central government" } ] } } ], "buyer": { "id": "GB-PPON-PXLG-3144-TYMJ", "name": "Torbay Council" }, "planning": { "milestones": [ { "id": "engagement", "type": "engagement", "description": "The aim of the engagement session on 09 October 2026 at 1330 until 1530 is to:\n•\tShare Torbay Council’s vision for developing local children’s residential provision\n•\tLearn from providers’ expertise and experience\n•\tSeek feedback to help shape the service model and procurement approach\n•\tExplore opportunities for partnership working throughout mobilisation and delivery\n•\tDiscuss how we can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people. \nMarket engagement will be virtual via Microsoft Teams. 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