Post-notification of direct procurement of a child protection institutional place for out-of-home care starting 30.10.2025

This is a post-notification regarding a direct procurement for a child protection institutional place for out-of-home care, commencing on October 30, 2025. Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue Eloisa has entered into an agreement for institutional care services under the Child Welfare Act for one (1) client in out-of-home care. The service period begins on October 30, 2025, and will continue indefinitely, concluding no later than August 22, 2036, as determined by the client-specific decision. Institutional care in child protection refers to the 24/7 residential care provided to placed children, implemented according to the child's individual care plan. An out-of-home care placement that meets the child's needs has been secured. The contract has been made with Haukkalanmäki Oy Vihtorinlahden pienkoti. The estimated total value of the procurement is EUR 1,493,100.00 (VAT 0%), which exceeds the national threshold. This estimated value has been calculated for the contract period from October 30, 2025, to August 22, 2036. The relevant CPV code is 85311300-5 (Residential child welfare services). The procuring organization is Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue. This direct procurement was conducted using an 'other' procedure, indicating a non-competitive process for a specific need.

This is a services contract in the humanitarian aid, social protection and general supplies sectors. Located in Finland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 1.5 million.

Published through Hilma Finland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the humanitarian aid sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.