Support and Accommodation Services for young people aged 16-18 years - Market Consultation

Market Engagement Event - 14 November 2017 Newcastle City Council is looking to develop a Framework for unregulated supported accommodation for young people leaving care aged 16-18 years. The Council currently 'spot purchase' placements for this sector.

Implementing a Framework will provide a select list of suppliers of unregulated support and accommodation which can be used when required in accordance with an individual young person's needs. In putting in a place a Framework we are seeking: • To manage the provider market more effectively - setting out clarity of terms in relation to price and quality • Broadened range of options available for young people - more choice and control in the accommodation and support available • A fast and efficient response when procuring 'individual' placements which can be 'called off' immediately (including clarity for young people, social workers and providers of options available) • Wide geographical coverage • A comprehensive list of suitable providers that are risk assessed and have been assessed as meeting required quality standards - continuously driving up quality of accommodation of support and outcomes • A focus on outcomes and preparing for successful transition to adulthood, including longer term outcomes The event will also provide advice and guidance to providers on how to prepare for responding to a competitive tender exercise and how to navigate the NEPO Electronic Tendering Portal.

The event will focus on explain on what to expect when bidding for tenders: • Step by step walk through the basics and key sections • Key dos and don'ts of bidding The Council welcomes input from current and prospective providers of these services to help shape future direction of services at the following event: Date - Tuesday 14 November 2017 Time - 9.30 - 12.30pm Venue - The Mansion House, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1TJ To ensure suitable access and refreshment requirements, the deadline for booking places is 12pm Monday 13 November 2017. Please note that a maximum of 2 places will be allocated per provider.

If you would like to attend this event please book a place by responding to this message. The Council currently 'spot purchase' placements for this sector.

Implementing a Framework will provide a select list of suppliers of unregulated support and accommodation which can be used when required in accordance with an individual young person's needs. In putting in a place a Framework we are seeking: • To manage the provider market more effectively - setting out clarity of terms in relation to price and quality • Broadened range of options available for young people - more choice and control in the accommodation and support available • A fast and efficient response when procuring 'individual' placements which can be 'called off' immediately (including clarity for young people, social workers and providers of options available) • Wide geographical coverage • A comprehensive list of suitable providers that are risk assessed and have been assessed as meeting required quality standards - continuously driving up quality of accommodation of support and outcomes • A focus on outcomes and preparing for successful transition to adulthood, including longer term outcomes The event will also provide advice and guidance to providers on how to prepare for responding to a competitive tender exercise and how to navigate the NEPO Electronic Tendering Portal.

The event will focus on explain on what to expect when bidding for tenders: • Step by step walk through the basics and key sections • Key dos and don'ts of bidding The Council welcomes input from current and prospective providers of these services to help shape future direction of services at the following event: Date - Tuesday 14 November 2017 Time - 9.30 - 12.30pm Venue - The Mansion House, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1TJ To ensure suitable access and refreshment requirements, the deadline for booking places is 12pm Monday 13 November 2017. Please note that a maximum of 2 places will be allocated per provider.

If you would like to attend this event please book a place by responding to this message. If you require further information please contact Heather Davidson on 0191 211 5823 or heather.davidson@newcastle.gov.uk , Shamsun Choudhury on 0191 211 6033 shamsun.choudhury@newcastle.gov.uk