Tender

WCC/RBKC Homecare Multi Lot Framework

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

27 Sep 2024 at 13:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Westminster City Council and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea are reopening their homecare services under a Multi-Lot Framework designed to select providers skilled in delivering domiciliary homecare for adults. The procurement, targeting the health and social work services industry, leverages the Light Touch Regime under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, ensuring flexible tendering. The framework is divided into five lots, catering to varied service needs. Key dates include the tender period ending on 29th October 2024 and the contract period running from 21st April 2025 to 20th April 2030. The upcoming "Meet the Buyer" event on 7th October 2024 will offer interested bidders insights into the process.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses within the health and social care sector, particularly those experienced in homecare services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate. With multiple lots available, there is ample scope for specialized providers and those interested in neighbourhood-centric care or niche services like hospital discharge bridging. Engaging in this tender can foster business growth by securing long-term contracts with two prominent London boroughs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WCC/RBKC Homecare Multi Lot Framework

Notice Description

Westminster City Council and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea are recommissioning their current homecare services and are seeking a range of Providers for inclusion on a closed framework agreement who can demonstrate a strong record of accomplishment in the delivery of domiciliary homecare services for adults. This opportunity is offered via a Multi-Lot Framework designed to establish a pool of qualified providers capable of delivering high-quality homecare services. The service provision falls within the within the scope of "social and other specific services" set out within Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR) Consequently the Light Touch Regime will be applied to this procurement. Service Overview: The homecare service will provide care and support to people in their own homes. This procurement is being conducted under the Light Touch Regime, providing flexibility in defining the procurement process. The Framework is a two-stage light touch process with restricted tender principles in accordance with Regulation 76 of the PCR. Framework Details: The Homecare Framework is based on a core neighbourhood approach, with the main Lot 1 providing the majority of the homecare provision across the boroughs, enhanced and supported by provision across a further four Lots. The Framework consists of five Lots, allowing the Councils to purchase packages of care on a spot basis in line with the call-off arrangements described within the ITT Pack. The contract opportunity is divided into the following lots: 1. Lot 1: Neighbourhood Providers o 4 contracts for RBKC o 6 contracts for WCC - Up to 25 suppliers short listed and invited to tender - Up to15 suppliers appointed to the framework 2. Lot 2: Spot Providers o 10 providers - Up to 20 suppliers short listed - Up to 10 suppliers appointed to the framework 3. Lot 3: Complex by Exception o 2 providers - Up to 8 suppliers short listed and invited to tender - Up to 4 suppliers appointed to the framework 4. Lot 4: Reablement and Hospital Discharge Bridging o 6 providers - Up to 12 suppliers short listed and invited to tender - Up to 6 suppliers appointed to the framework - 5. Lot 5: 7-day Accommodation-Based Homecare Provision o 1 provider (WCC only) - Up to 4 suppliers short listed and invited to tender -Up to 2 suppliers appointed to the framework Please note the Council reserves the right to increase the number of suppliers for any lot as set out within the ITT. Submission Details: All Selection Questionnaires (SQs) should be submitted via the Westminster Procurement and Contracts portal. All organisations wishing to express an interest should register as a supplier on City of Westminster Procurement and Contracts portal as soon as possible. The SQ contains instructions for its completion together with the selection criteria for shortlisting. The selection process will be undertaken through the assessment of the completed SQs leading to a shortlist of tenderers for each Lot(s Additional information: Invitation to Meet the Buyer Event We are pleased to invite potential bidders to a "Meet the Buyer" event for this upcoming tender. This event will be conducted via Microsoft Teams on Monday 7th October, 2024 This is an excellent opportunity to gain insights into the tender requirements, ask questions, and network with our commissioning and procurement teams. Event Details: - Date: Monday 7th October, 2024 - Time: 12:00hrs to 13:00hrs - Platform: Microsoft Teams - Teams Details to Attend: Meeting ID: 341 584 944 566 Passcode: faeymg We look forward to your participation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1293372a-4883-4cf6-adff-de2a6361eede
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f27473b2-8fd2-4600-a0cc-a5ed9c6b4597
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£233,764,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2025 - 20 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@westminster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1E 6QP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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