IA2431 CHILDREN'S SHORT BREAKS ACTIVITIES AND SUPPORT (AIMING HIGH)

A Contract Award Notice
by STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
not specified
Value
£240K-£720K
Sector
HEALTH
Published
07 Feb 2022
Delivery
not specified
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

Staffordshire

Geochart for 1 buyers and 17 suppliers

1 buyer

10 suppliers

Description

Staffordshire County Council is seeking to contract with Providers who can provide activities and support in Staffordshire for Children and Young People with SEND. Providers must have an understanding and regard to the following Care Act 2014 SEND code of Practice 2015 Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Children and Families Act 2014 Short Breaks Regulations Public Services (Social value) Act 2012 Staffordshire Connects The objective of this service is to provide a range of Short Break activities across Staffordshire which Children and Young People with SEND can enjoy as independently as possible Those interested will be required to provide and evidence that they can deliver the following within Staffordshire, activities which are Meaningful and appropriate for a variety of ages Interesting Supports Children and Young People in preparation for adulthood Promote independence and well being Indoor and /or outdoor Term time and holiday time Offer Value for money Offer effective short breaks for the family Providers will be required to Encourage and enable Children and Young People with SEND to access community-based services and support Work with local organisations to promote inclusion for Children and Young People with SEND Be flexible if required to deliver activities when gaps in provision is recognised Engage in meaningful partnership working and effective communication with the family and professionals Develop networking opportunities for young people and families Positive changes to the quality of people's lives Have a genuine desire to influence change for others Be innovative and consider solutions to challenges Staffordshire County Council is particularly interested to hear from providers who can offer activities 1. in rural or less populated areas across Staffordshire 2. who can offer support for those with more complex needs Staffordshire County Council would like to hear from Providers who are interested and capable of delivering an excellent, high quality and outcome focused service for children and young people with disabilities

Lot Division

1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years

Activities Family Attendance can be accessed by Children and Young People with SEND aged 0-17 years old, as in accordance with the specified Eligibility Criteria, and their Families. This may include parents, Carers, siblings and extended family members. Activities Family Attendance may include, but are not limited to Family fun , information days. Leisure and recreational activities and trips. Providers may facilitate activities specifically for Children and Young People with SEND and their Families to participate in or may seek to provide additional support , resources to enable Children and Young People with SEND and their Families to participate in existing universal activities. The provision of Activities Family Attendance may Enable the whole family unit to spend quality time participating in a fun and interesting activity. Enable Children and Young People with SEND and their Families and Carers to connect, socialise with their local community. Equip Families and Carers of Children and Young people with SEND with the skills and confidence to participate in further community based opportunities
2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years

Activities for Children, Young People Individual Attendance can be accessed by Children and Young People with SEND aged 0-17 years old, as in accordance with the specified Eligibility Criteria, independently of their Families and Carers. Activities for Children, Young People Individual Attendance may include, but are not limited to Preparing for independence. Leisure and recreational activities and trips. Providers may facilitate activities specifically for Children and Young People with SEND to participate in or may seek to provide additional support to enable Children and Young People with SEND to participate in existing universal activities. On occasion there may be a requirement, wish for Families or Carers to remain in situ for the duration of the activity. In such circumstances, the Provider is required to lead the provision of support, facilitation of the activity, as opposed to reliance on the Family or Carer. Providers should wherever possible and practical offer facilities for Family members to have the opportunity for peer support whilst remaining on hand nearby. The provision of Activities for Children, Young People's Individual Attendance should Provide a meaningful Short Break Opportunity to Families and Carers of Children and Young People with SEND. Enable Children and Young People with SEND to participate in fun and meaningful activities which build upon their skills and confidence, preparing them effectively for changes in life and adulthood. Increase and improve the accessibility of local community based opportunities.

Award Detail

1 Action for Children Services (Watford)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-1-1
  • Value: £240,000
2 Caudwell Children (Keele Newcastle under Lyme)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-2-2
  • Value: £240,000
3 Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise CIC (Stafford)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-3-3
  • Value: £240,000
4 Doves Care & Support (Kidderminster)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-4-4
  • Value: £240,000
5 Gartmore Riding School (Burntwood Staffordshire)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-5-5
  • Value: £240,000
6 Let Us Play Wolverhampton (Wolverhampton)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-6-6
  • Value: £240,000
7 Sherratts Wood CIC (Leigh Staffordshire)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-7-7
  • Value: £240,000
8 Staffordshire Wildlife Trust (Wolseley Bridge Stafford)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-8-8
  • Value: £240,000
9 Stoke City Community Trust (Stoke on Trent Staffordshire)
  • Lot 1 Activities Family Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-9-9
  • Value: £240,000
10 Action for Children Services (Watford)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-10-10
  • Value: £720,000
11 Caudwell Children (Keele Newcastle under Lyme)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-11-11
  • Value: £720,000
12 Chuckle Productions (Stone)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-12-12
  • Value: £720,000
13 Doves Care & Support (Kidderminster)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-13-13
  • Value: £720,000
14 Gartmore Riding School (Burntwood Staffordshire)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-14-14
  • Value: £720,000
15 Let Us Play Wolverhampton (Wolverhampton)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-15-15
  • Value: £720,000
16 Sherratts Wood CIC (Leigh Staffordshire)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-16-16
  • Value: £720,000
17 Stoke City Community Trust (Stoke on Trent Staffordshire)
  • Lot 2 Activities for Children/Young People Individual Attendance 0-17 years
  • Reference: 003372-2022-17-17
  • Value: £720,000

Renewal Options

The initial framework agreement is for 24 months until 31 March 2024 plus an extension to extend for up to 2 x 12 months until 31 March 2026. In the event the Agreement is extended the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as the original Agreement period and will ultimately be at the County Council's sole discretion.

Award Criteria

Quality 20%
price 80%

CPV Codes

  • 85312120 - Daycare services for handicapped children and young people

Indicators

  • Options are available.

Other Information

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