Community Opportunities - Flexible Purchasing Solution

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council invites applicants to deliver Community Opportunities for people with Autism or Learning Disability. The initial deadline for applications is 14th April 2025, 09:00.

The application documentation is available on YORtender (ID:53601). Providers can register and download the documentation free of charge.

An event is scheduled for Tuesday 25th March at 1pm at Rotherham Town Hall S60 2HB. It will provide an overview of the Council's requirements and application process. Register at [email protected]

Services Required:

Improve quality of life and independence by supporting access to health and social activities.

Help individuals gain essential life skills and improve life opportunities, including employment.

Provide short breaks for carers to support adults living at home longer.

Services may be delivered online, individually, or in groups.

The FPS remains open to new applicants. Providers can bid for one or multiple Lots:

Lot 1: Community Opportunities Enablement Services (up to 6 months) - Time-limited services with clear goals around personal aspirations and skill development.

Lot 2: Community Opportunities Personalised Services (up to 12 months) - Goal-oriented support for people with complex needs to help them become more independent.

Lot 3: Community Intensive Support Opportunities (Complex Needs) - Services for people with multiple and profound disabilities, including sensory impairment, physical disability, epilepsy, dementia, and mental ill health.

Lot Z: Future needs for Community Support - Miscellaneous contracts for future needs of autistic people and people with learning disabilities.