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Aberdeen City Council is seeking to commission whole family support services.
The aim is to provide a more integrated approach of support provisions to children, young people (0-18 years) and families whose home address is within the Aberdeen City boundary and times when a child is living outside on a temporary basis. To strengthen and coordinate early intervention services to children, young people, and families with the following needs:
-Families exposed to trauma
-Children in conflict with the law
-Children on the edge of care
-Children with disabilities
As part of the stakeholder engagement, those with lived experience were asked to complete a short questionnaire (supported by their services). The themes which were identified as important to those with lived experience included:
-Support Services in community
-Emotional support for parents and children
-Affordable activities for Children
-Financial and practical support
-Support with children who are not attending school
-Early mental health support
-Support with sensory needs and children with neurodiversity/ learning disability
The contract term is for two years with a three-year optional extension (2+1+1+1).
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Action for Children | Charity Commission: 1097940 Companies House: 04764232 | ~£1,954,199 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Priority Families | - |
| Children 1st | 07576927 | ~£3,079,613 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Fit Like Family Wellbeing | - |
| Includem | OSCR: SC030233 | ~£2,002,500 estimated from lot values | 1 lot Targeted Family Support | - |
This procurement was divided into 3 lots, each awarded separately. 6 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Fit Like Family Wellbeing 720 days (≈2 yrs) | £3,079,613 £1,348,613 initial term | 2 | Children 1st | active |
| Lot 2 Targeted Family Support 720 days (≈2 yrs) | £2,002,500 | 2 | Includem | active |
| Lot 3 Priority Families 720 days (≈2 yrs) | £1,954,199 £1,948,114 initial term | 2 | Action for Children | active |
Government spending data: These suppliers have received £47,875,906 in 669 payments (over £25k) from Scottish Government, Department for Education, Welsh Government, Ministry of Justice, Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust and 5 more public bodies (2010-04-06 to 2026-02-27).
Changes the buyer published to this notice after it first appeared.
Technical problems prevented publication on Friday 6th October 2023.