Procurement

Soft Market Testing - Reg 44 Inspections

  • St Helens Council

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-05f422

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.

Notices

UK2: Preliminary market engagement notice

Notice identifier
2025/S 000-082131
Published
11 December 2025, 3:33pm