Tender: Youth Services Commission for Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath (Ages 8–19)

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Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath are commissioning a new youth service to provide safe, accessible and positive opportunities for young people aged 8–19, establishing a flexible, inclusive and place-based offer that supports wellbeing, confidence and positive participation. The service must work collaboratively with parish and town councils, Local Area Committees, schools and community partners, be adaptable to changes linked to Local Government Reorganisation, and focus solely on the areas outlined in the tender documentation. The borough has around 40,000 residents aged 0–19 and areas such as Fair Oak and Horton Heath have seen population increases of around 15% over the last decade, creating greater demand for local activities and support. The contract runs from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029 with an option to extend to 31 March 2030, the anticipated start date is 1 April 2027, the maximum budget is £42,000 per annum and the total fee for the initial two-year contract is £84,000 excluding VAT.