Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bad-fa47-7172-ad69-4ed2ea42888e/young-persons-transitions closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Young Persons Transitions [Cornwall Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/cornwall-council) Open field Estimated value £3,638,444 Published 27 Aug 2024 Deadline Closed 30 Sept 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Contract Duration: 5 + 2 years ### Estimated contract value (7 years) : £3,638,444 Procurement Process: Open procurement - light touch - single stage Please note this procurement will be conducted under the light-touch regime under regulation PCR 2015 27 (5). Please read the instructions for accessing the tender documents, response submission and the procurement timeline. Please note that the successful provider will be required to transfer existing staff dedicated to the delivery of the current service under TUPE and commit to contract mobilisation for service delivery to commence on 1st April 2025. Service Overview: There are a number of statutory duties placed on Local Authorities in England to support the transition of vulnerable young people into adulthood and into employment. These duties include the following:- Transition Support for young people with SEND - Responsibility for Education, Health and Care Plans for some learners and enabling Young People and families to make the transition between different stages of education and training Identification, Tracking and Monitoring - establishing the identities of all young people who are failing to participate Post 16, or are at risk of not participating, and must target resources to those that need it most. Local authorities are expected to work with schools to identify, as early as possible, those who are in need of this targeted support, work together on transition arrangements and refer to specialist services as appropriate. NEETs and other Vulnerable Groups - Local Authorities are responsible for vulnerable Young People who are at risk of not engaging in education or training. Local Authorities also have a duty to ensure that there is sufficient suitable education and training provision for all young people aged 16-18 in their areas. For young people with an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) this duty is extended up to their 25th birthday. Ensuring that the authority promotes the effective participation in education or training by young people over the age of 16, in line with the raising of the participation age (RPA). Core Aim: This service aims to significantly reduce the number of young people (ages 14-19) who are Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET), with a particular focus on those in year 12 and 13 Key Activities: Independent Careers Guidance: Provide young people at risk of NEET or currently NEET with impartial careers advice and support. Post-16 Pathway Exploration: Help young people understand their educational and vocational options beyond year 11/12, empowering them to make informed decisions about their future. Target Population: Young people aged 14-19 (up to 25 for young people with SEND), particularly those identified as: • At risk of becoming NEET year 9 to 11 • Year 12 and 13 students identified as NEET • Young people to the age of 25 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities • Vulnerable groups i.e. children in care, care leavers, young c Read full description ## CPV classification Social work services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c81fcdae-ac2f-4a92-be87-3976da29e60e) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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