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RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM (WEST)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jun 2025 at 08:22

Award Notice
Tender

06 Mar 2025 at 10:37

Tender Notice
Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 14:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Cumberland Council focuses on the provision of residential short breaks for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism in West Cumbria. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, with substantial involvement in creating supportive environments for adults requiring these breaks. The process progresses through the award stage, having been initiated through an open procedure for above-threshold services. Key dates include the tender period closing on 21st March 2025, and the contract running initially from 31st May 2025 to 31st August 2026, with a potential extension to 31st August 2027. The council is located in Carlisle, England, and this opportunity presents itself as a considerable contract valued at approximately £1,096,666 excluding VAT.

This tender creates significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises interested in entering the healthcare and social services markets. The contract's focus on enabling independent living and easing carers' burdens offers promising avenues for companies specialising in therapeutic services and residential care tailored for individuals with disabilities. Firms with expertise in delivering compassionate care, and those looking to establish a presence in West Cumbria, will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. With an inclusive approach favouring SMEs and an estimated total value affirming profitability, this contract provides a strategic entry into public sector service provision, which could propel growth through diversified service offerings and geographic expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM (WEST)

Notice Description

Cumberland Council is procuring a contract for the Provision of Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, Located in West Cumbria. Short breaks can have a significant positive impact on someone's independence and choice by providing support to enable them to continue living in their own homes and to give carers a break from their caring responsibilities. For full details, refer to the Schedule 2 Service Specification. The council proposes to enter into the contract for an initial period of 15 months with the successful Tenderer (Provider). The initial term is for 15 months from the 31st May 2025 to 31 August 2026. There is one optional extension of up to 12 months. Use of this optional extension is at the absolute discretion of the Council. If the optional extension is used, the contract will end on 31st August 2027. The estimated value of the Contract for the initial term is PS594,755.00 excluding VAT. The estimated total value of the contract for the initial term plus the one (1) up to twelve (12) months optional extension is PS1,096,666.00 excluding VAT. Details of expenditure and extension periods are indicative only. Any extension periods will be confirmed with the contract provider. For further details, and to access the tender documents, including the service specification, please contact the council's online procurement portal The Chest - https://the-chest.org.uk Registration on The Chest is free of Charge. All bids must be received electronically via The Chest by the closing date stated in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) Any clarifications you have about the tender must be sent via messaging on The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c91710e-dda7-4f4b-9e06-28e557305256
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7587782-886c-4aa0-b506-85f85ba91d85
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£1,096,666 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,096,666 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 May 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 2-3 years
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
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
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
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WEST HOUSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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