Youth Services for Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath

Fair Oak & Horton Heath Parish Council and Bishopstoke Parish Council are seeking a provider to deliver a new youth service for young people aged 8–19 across Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath.

The service will provide safe, accessible and inclusive opportunities that support young people’s wellbeing, confidence and positive participation in their communities. Providers will need to work collaboratively with local councils, schools, Local Area Committees and community partners to deliver a flexible, community-based offer that can adapt to changing local needs.

Service Requirements

The commissioned service will focus on the specific areas outlined in the tender documentation and should provide high-quality, community-rooted opportunities for young people aged 8–19.

The service aims to:

• Provide safe, accessible and positive activities for young people.
• Support wellbeing, confidence and positive participation.
• Respond to the needs of a growing youth population across the local areas.
• Work collaboratively with parish and town councils, Local Area Committees, schools and community partners.
• Adapt to future changes associated with Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

Contract Information

• Buyers: Fair Oak & Horton Heath Parish Council and Bishopstoke Parish Council
• Procurement authority: Eastleigh Borough Council, conducting the procurement on behalf of the parish councils
• Contract value: £126,000 excluding VAT (£151,200 including VAT)
• Maximum annual budget: £42,000 excluding VAT
• Initial contract value: £84,000 excluding VAT for the two-year initial term
• Contract duration: 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029, with an optional one-year extension to 31 March 2030
• Anticipated service commencement: 1 April 2027
• Tender submission deadline: 23 November 2026, 5:00pm
• Enquiry deadline: 13 November 2026, 5:00pm
• Reference: DN833619
• Procedure: Below-threshold open competition
• Location: Hampshire and Isle of Wight
• Tender documents and submission: South East Business Portal

The extension is subject to factors including supplier performance and funding. The opportunity is identified as suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

Supplier Requirements

Providers should be able to deliver an inclusive, flexible and locally responsive youth service and collaborate effectively with the councils, schools and other community partners involved.

The full specification and detailed participation requirements are available through the South East Business Portal. The supplied notice does not disclose further specific qualification requirements.

Evaluation Criteria

Tender submissions will be assessed on the basis of the most advantageous tender, using the following criteria:

• Price: 40%
• Quality: 40%
• Presentation: 20%

Commercial Relevance

This opportunity may suit youth service providers, community organisations and VCSEs with experience delivering accessible activities and support for young people. The two-year initial contract, annual budget of up to £42,000 and potential extension offer an opportunity to establish a locally focused service across Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath.

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