Alternative Provision

Hull City Council is seeking tenders through a one-stage open procedure for the provision of Alternative Provision services in Kingston upon Hull. The procurement is divided into seven lots, including Step Out Provision for KS3 and KS4, Day 6 Provision for KS3 and KS4, Enhanced Risk Management Provision, Long Term KS3 Alternative Provision, Long Term KS4 Alternative Provision, and Medical Step Down and High Anxiety Provision. The total estimated annual value of the services is 4,840,108 GBP excluding VAT, though this is provided in good faith and does not constitute a guaranteed purchase. Small and medium-sized enterprises are noted as particularly suitable for Lot 1. The contract is scheduled to commence on September 1, 2027, and run through August 31, 2029, with an option to extend for two additional 12-month periods, potentially ending on August 30, 2031. Award decisions will be based on quality-based evaluation factors, with a specific emphasis on the delivery model, weighted at 20 percent, and safeguarding. Interested parties must submit their electronic bids in English by November 13, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Incomplete submissions will be eliminated from the process. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Claire Willingham.