TENDER FOR DUAL PLACEMENT 2-BED RESIDENTIAL CHILDREN’S HOME FOR SUFFOLK CHILDREN IN CARE AGED 12-17 YEARS INCLUDING THOSE AGED 17 YEARS – EAST OF ENGLAND
Reference
SCC/2026/015
Description
Suffolk County Council are currently out to tender for the provision of the provision of children’s care home services at a Dual placement (2-bed) residential children’s home for Suffolk children in care aged 12-17 years including those aged 17 years. This opportunity is available in the Ipswich area.
The provider must be registered with Ofsted and demonstrate experience in caring for young people with complex needs. The home must provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports education, health, and emotional wellbeing.
Total value (estimated)
- £4,200,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85322000 – Community action programme
- 85320000 – Social services
Contract locations
- UKH14 – Suffolk
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
2 July 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
9 July 2026, 11:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Please submit via the Suffolk County Council e-procurement portal.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 30% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Suffolk County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVWZ-3216-PVQL
Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road
Ipswich
IP1 2BX
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@suffolk.gov.uk
Region: UKH14 – Suffolk
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