Best Start in Life Programme Services

The Bradford Children and Families Trust is commissioning services for the Best Start in Life Programme to improve child development outcomes, enhance family wellbeing, and increase school readiness while reducing inequalities. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 focuses on evidence-based programmes and support for parents with children aged 0-5, and Lot 2 focuses on parent-infant relationships and perinatal mental health services for families with children aged 0-2. The total estimated value of the contract is 7,699,560 GBP excluding VAT, with Lot 1 valued at 3,499,800 GBP and Lot 2 valued at 4,199,760 GBP. The initial period of performance is from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029, with the possibility of two further 24-month extensions at the Trust's discretion, potentially extending the contract to 31 March 2033. This procurement is conducted as a Competitive Flexible Procedure with Negotiation under the Procurement Act 2023, with an evaluation weighting of 90% for quality and 10% for price. The submission deadline is 2 December 2026, and the trust encourages applications from small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises.