18-25 Autism Support Service

Thurrock CouncilcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-051139Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitablepending
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Estimated value

Awarded value

Awarded 30 Jun 2026

Suppliers

1

1 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

01 Jul 2026

Description

Delivery of an 18–25 Autism Support Service that enables young people with Autism to develop independent living skills, improve health and wellbeing, participate in their communities, and prepare for education or employment. The Programme will support a small cohort of young people with Autism who require intensive, personalised assistance, delivered through a blend of structured learning, community‑based activities, and family engagement. The appointed Provider will deliver a high‑quality, person‑centred service aligned with national and local priorities, helping participants build their skills across four core outcome areas: Independent Living; Health and Wellbeing; Community Participation / Inclusion (Friends and Relationships); and Education, Employment and Vocational Opportunities.

Scope

Reference
PS/2025/066
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Aug 2026 to 31 Aug 2030
Possible extension to 31 Aug 2032

The Council may extend the contract for up to two additional years, exercised in one or more extension periods at the Council’s discretion.

CPV classifications
85300000
85310000
85320000
98000000
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Service Delivery Modelquality16.00%
Performance Monitoring and Outcomesquality6.00%
Staffing and Trainingquality10.00%
Parent / Carer Engagementquality16.00%
Partnership Workingquality10.00%
Social Valuequality6.00%
Video Presentationquality6.00%
Priceprice30.00%

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Open procedure

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

Award date

30 Jun 2026

Contract start

31 Aug 2026

Contract end

31 Aug 2030