Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bae-bf67-7262-ae47-c63cc72aa561/targeted-short-break-activities-for-children-with-disabilities-open-framework awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Targeted Short Break Activities for Children with Disabilities - Open Framework [Cumberland Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/cumberland-council) Open field Estimated value £241,217 to £392,044 Published 23 Sept 2024 Deadline Closed 7 Oct 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - 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 Cumberland Council is advertising an Open Framework for providers to deliver Targeted Short Breaks for Children with Disabilities.\\\\r\\r The Council is conducting the procurement of this framework using the open procedure in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR) for the purpose of procuring the services described in the Service Specification.\\\\r\\r \\\\r\\r ### There are Five Lots - \\\\r\\r - Lot 1 Weekend Activities\\\\r\\r - Lot 2 School Holiday Activities\\\\r\\r - Lot 3 School Holiday Activities in Cumberland Special Schools\\\\r\\r - Lot 4 Activities based on Specific Needs\\\\r\\r - Lot 5 Innovation\\\\r\\r \\\\r\\r The Council will seek to open the Framework to new applications as stated within the ITT.\\\\r\\r It shall be at the Council's sole discretion to open the Framework to new applications more or less frequently, and to decide how long the tender period is open for each time. The Council reserves the right to close the Framework to new applications if in the opinion of the Council there is good reason to do so. In the event the Council determines to exercise its discretion to close the Framework to new applications, it will notify its intention and the period which the Framework will be closed on Find a Tender.\\\\r\\r \\\\r\\r The estimated total value of the Framework for the 16 Months initial term is £241,217.33 excluding VAT. The estimated total value for the initial term plus the one 12 month optional extension is £392,044.33 excluding VAT. The Council does not guarantee any spend against this Framework Agreement.\\\\r\\r \\\\r\\r You must be registered on The Chest ([the-chest.org.uk](https://www.the-chest.org.uk/)) to access the tender documents. All bids must be received electronically via the Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT. Please read the ITT and its Schedules in full before submitting a tender. Any clarifications about the tender must be sent via messaging on the Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT. Read full description ## CPV classification Health and social work services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c18bc80b-9c01-4009-bfea-65b220f0058f) 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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