Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Borough of Telford & Wrekin
PHHD-5776-GZNN
Darby House, Telford Town Centre, Lawn Central,
Telford, Shropshire
TF34JA
UK
E-mail: marketsustainability@telford.gov.uk
NUTS: UKG21
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.telford.gov.uk/
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
PSR - Notice of intention to follow MSPP - Specialist Provider Support for a Young Person with Complex Needs (Individual)
Reference number: TWC ind010
II.1.2) Main CPV code
85000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
We are seeking expressions of interest from specialist providers able to offer high quality, skilled, and person centred accommodation and support for a young man who will turn 18 in September 2026. He will require a bespoke accommodation, care, and support package to meet his complex needs as he transitions into adulthood.
The young man has:
• Learning disability
• Autism
• Phelan McDermid Syndrome (PMS)
His presentation is fluctuating and complex, including:
• Cycles of excited catatonia
• Variable attention and engagement
• Significant sensory needs
• A range of behaviours of concern
• Periods of regression related to PMS
• Strong enjoyment of social interaction, humour, and hands on, practical activities
He requires a stable, confident, well trained staff team who can provide:
• Predictable structure
• Relational, warm, engaging support
• Skilled, specialist approaches tailored to his daily fluctuating needs
Please note that all providers expressing an interest will be subject to due diligence checks, including verification of regulatory compliance, safeguarding practices, quality ratings, and financial viability.
Estimated annual care and support cost is shown below as £620,000 and calculated on 3 carers 24hrs per day (maximum care package)
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
620 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85000000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKG21
Main site or place of performance:
preference is for a placement within the Cheshire or Staffordshire area. Other locations outside of Telford & Wrekin will also be considered. Interested providers are invited to submit a case study demonstrating how they would meet his needs.
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Using the Provider Selection Regime Most Suitable Provider process.
Process being followed:
1. EOI Case Study Responses being requested
2. Shortlist Providers & issue clarification questions
3. Evaluate Provider Proposals
4. Invite Providers to Panel Matching Meeting with Parents
5. Selected Provider; planning visits and transition preparation
6. Contract Award & Mobilisation
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
03/04/2026
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
No
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
EOI documentation and person specification can be requested from marketsustainability@telford.gov.uk
This expression of interest and EOI responses will be open for the mandatory 14 working days
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
16/03/2026