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Shared Lives Independent Review - Lot 4b Social Care (Adults and Children's) - ESPO 664_25

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2026 at 09:12

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Summary of the contracting process

Gloucestershire County Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Shared Lives Independent Review - Lot 4b Social Care (Adults and Children's) - ESPO 664_25" under the industry category of "Other community, social and personal services". The procurement, using a selective restricted procedure, aims to evaluate and improve the quality of care provided within the Shared Lives programme. Commencing on April 27, 2026, the awarded contract will run until October 26, 2026, with a total contract value of £67,575. This award stage highlights the commitment to social care reforms, with key objectives outlined in the review to enhance services in England.

This tender represents an important opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the procurement prioritises businesses of this scale for the delivery of services. With a focus on rigorous assessment and sustainable service model strategies, the initiative offers business growth prospects in the social care sector. Ideal applicants would be businesses dedicated to social care innovations and capable of providing comprehensive evaluations and developmental recommendations. Caja Ltd, identified as the supplier, fits this profile with its strategic location in Staffordshire. Such contracts open doors to influence and contribute positively to the public sector and community welfare development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Shared Lives Independent Review - Lot 4b Social Care (Adults and Children's) - ESPO 664_25

Notice Description

The key objectives of the review are to: * Evaluate the quality of care and support provided to individuals. * Assess the recruitment, training, and support provided to Shared Lives carers. * Review the governance, policies, and procedures in place. * Identify financial sustainability and whether the current model is achieving best value for GCC. * Assess compliance with regulatory and safeguarding requirements. * Gather feedback from individuals, carers, and other stakeholders. * Provide recommendations for service improvement and future development.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-007c1e53-f2db-4f9d-948a-471a2b3b4c23
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eda6652-352b-4908-85b0-d472422dc022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,575 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£67,575 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 28 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL1 2TH
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Gloucester
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Gloucester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAJA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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