Provision of Specialist Residential Short Breaks Service for Young People with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Buckinghamshire Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Specialist Residential Short Breaks Service for Young People with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Awarded 31 Mar 2022
Awarded31 Mar 2022
Value£1,560,000.00
SupplierAction for Children
AgencyBuckinghamshire Council
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 2y 7mo ago2y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2022Expired 31 Mar 2024
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Buckinghamshire Council awarded a contract to Action for Children for the provision of a Specialist Residential Short Breaks Service for young people aged 11-19 with learning disabilities, autism, and complex behavioural needs, referred to as The Vines.
The service is delivered in a specifically designed 6-bed residential unit leased to the provider by the Local Authority.
The provider is required to demonstrate a high level of skill in delivering services to young people with complex needs and a robust knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support principles.
The contract started on 1 April 2022, with a term of 24 months and an option to extend for up to 12 months.
The contract value is £1,560,000.
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