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Sandwell Council in partnership with Sandwell Children's Trust are seeking to commission an emotional mental health and wellbeing (MHWB) service for children we care for (CWCF) 5-18 years old and care-experienced young people (CEYP 18-25 years old). The service will deliver therapeutic interventions, assessments, and support across three pathways: •Emotional wellbeing support for children entering care •Stabilising homes to prevent placement breakdown •Emotional wellbeing support for care-experienced young people (up to age 25 for SEND/CEYP). This service is being commissioned in response to mental health needs among vulnerable children and young people, with the aim of reducing placement instability and improving resilience, relationships, and long-term life outcomes. The service will be delivered across the Sandwell Borough and where required up to a 20-mile radius. alongside digital provision for those living outside the 20-mile radius. The contract period will be for an initial period of three (3) years from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. There is an additional option to extend for a further two (2) year period until 31 March 2031 at the Council’s discretion. The provider will be expected to deliver measurable improvements in placement stability, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, evidenced through SDQ scores, placement data, and service user feedback. The service will be monitored against agreed KPIs and outcomes.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Lots Won | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnardo’s | 00061625 | £749,992 | 1 lot Lot 1 | - |
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This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately. 8 bids were received in total.
| Lot | Value | Bids Received | Awarded To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Apr 2026 – Mar 2029 | £1,250,000 | 8 | Barnardo’s | pending |
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Government spending data: This supplier has received £73,120,027 in 784 payments (over £25k) from Department for Education, Scottish Government, Department for Work and Pensions, Warwickshire Police, Home Office and 18 more public bodies (2010-05-13 to 2026-06-30). View full payment history →