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CP2632-25 Open Light Touch Framework for the Provision of Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Young People in Devon

Devon County Council(buyer)

Published
Published 12 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 14 December 2026 (32 days left)

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Overview

Devon County Council is inviting bids for the second entry point of an open light-touch framework for the provision of short breaks for disabled children and young people. The scope covers play and leisure opportunities across three lots: targeted support for children aged 0–13, targeted support for older adolescents aged 14–17, and specialist provision for children aged 0–17. The framework has an estimated value of £44,000,000, runs for an initial five years with an optional three-year extension, and will be used to award individual packages and block contracts.

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Lots (3)

  • Targeted support and short breaks for children from birth up to 13 years

    This lot covers targeted short breaks provision for children aged up to 13 years old with disabilities, who have been assessed as requiring targeted support. Services will provide structured, inclusive, and enjoyable activities that promote social connection, confidence, early independence skills, and positive experiences outside the family home.

    £14,400,000
  • Targeted support and short breaks for older adolescents (ages 14-17)

    This lot provides targeted short breaks for adolescents aged 14-17 years old with disabilities, delivering age appropriate support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and social inclusion. Provision will focus on developing the skills, confidence, and real world experiences young people need now and as they prepare for adulthood, in line with preparing for Adulthood.

    £9,600,000
  • Specialist provision and short breaks for children from birth up to 17 years

    This lot covers specialist short breaks provision for children and young people up to age of 17 years old with complex and multiple needs who require highly individualised support to ensure safety, wellbeing, and meaningful participation. Children and young people within this lot typically have significant needs across education, health, and social care, and may require 1:1 support or enhanced staffing ratios.

    £20,000,000

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£44,000,000
Procedure
Open procedure
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
12 November 2026
Questions by
7 December 2026
Deadline
14 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Health and social work servicesOther community, social and personal services

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Health and social work services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 19% received only one.

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Price 0% · Quality 100%

  • Quality100%

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Market context

Typical award in Health and social work services

£186,100

Median of 14,539 awards in the last 24 months

Devon County Council in the last 12 months

80

contracts awarded, worth £2,213,955,565 in total

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  1. Contract Notice

    12 November 2026

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