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SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes (under 65 years)

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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03 Nov 2025 at 13:56

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Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is seeking submissions for the re-opening of their Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes for individuals under 65 years. The tender, titled "SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes (under 65 years)", is part of the broader category of social work services with accommodation. This opportunity is targeted at engaging care service providers located in North Derbyshire, South Derbyshire, Derby City, Nottinghamshire, and Nottingham City. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with documents released on 3rd November 2025, and the tender period ending on 2nd December 2025. The anticipated contract period is from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2034, involving an estimated total value of £128 million, under an open procurement procedure.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialist residential care services to participate in a long-term framework. It is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of offering services to clients with mental health issues, learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, acquired brain injuries, or those exhibiting challenging behaviours. Successful participation in this framework allows businesses to expand their service offering across multiple regions in the UK and cater to diverse client groups, fostering growth and enhancing their operational footprint within the health and social care industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes (under 65 years)

Notice Description

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-17c42726-5b49-4400-ab3a-77e9db259b83
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12844a8f-1fd5-4adb-af9f-9c8a53a1b342
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open 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

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£128,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2034 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
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
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
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Further Information

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