CP2632-25 Open Light Touch Framework for the Provision of Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Young People in Devon
Devon County Council · South West
Key facts
- Estimated value
- £44,000,000
- Closing date
- 14 Dec 2026
- Contract ends
- 25 Feb 2029
- Procedure
- Open procedure (framework)
- Buyer type
- Local government
- Source
- Find a Tender
Description
Devon County Council has established an Open Framework for the Provision of Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Young People in Devon and is now opening its second Entry Point. Short breaks are play and leisure opportunities which support disabled children to go to new places, spend time with friends, take part in fun and enjoyable activities, develop their independence, and try new things. These activities could be in the family home, in the community or other residential setting. A short break gives parents, carers, and families a chance to have time out and rest from caring responsibilities. Short breaks can last from a couple of hours to an evening, overnight, or weekend and can be offered during daytimes, evenings, weekends, and school holidays. Recognising that every child, young person, and family is unique, Devon County Council will secure a diverse range of high-quality short breaks provision ensuring that support is proportionate, accessible, and responsive. This Framework enables Devon County Council to call-off and award individual packages and block contracts for placements to approved Framework Suppliers. The Open Light Touch Framework is anticipated to continue for a period of five (5) years unless terminated in accordance with the terms of the Framework. There is the option to extend up to a further three (3) years at the discretion of the Authority. It is anticipated that there will be two (2) Entry Points in the first year and then one (1) Entry Point every other year for the duration of the Open Framework. However, the Authority reserves the right to have more Entry Points at its discretion. The Framework comprises the following Lots: Lot 1: Targeted support and short breaks for children from birth up to 13 years Lot 2: Targeted support and short breaks for older adolescents (ages 14 to 17 years) Lot 3: Specialist provision and short breaks for children from birth up to 17 years Suppliers may bid for one or more lots. Prospective bidders are invited to a tender launch event for this opportunity to familiarise themselves with the tender documentation and process. This will be held online as a Microsoft Teams meeting at 09:30 on 20th November 2026. To book their place, interested parties should email: [email protected] and then a Teams invitation will be sent to them. This email address must only be used to arrange attendance for this event. Any other questions in relation to this tender must be raised via the messaging section of the tendering portal www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk.
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