Contextual Safeguarding- Market Engagement 2026

contractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-06afe5Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitableplanning

Estimated value

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

08 Jun 2026

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Description

Cheshire West and Chester Council are seeking to commission the Contextual Safeguarding service providing support interventions to children and young people aged 10 years of age to 18 years (in exceptional circumstances the age may be lower) at risk of and or suffering from child exploitation, deemed Child Sexual exploitation and/or Child Criminal exploitation. This can include Cheshire West Children placed in other local authorities (subject to an agreed distance).

Scope

Reference
DN818493
Total value
Below the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2027 to 31 Mar 2029
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2031
Main category
services
CPV classifications
85000000
Contract locations
North West England, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)