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Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework

Cumberland Council

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03 Jul 2025 at 10:25

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09 Oct 2024 at 12:49

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29 May 2024 at 09:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Cumberland Council focuses on the provision of care and support in extra care housing schemes. This initiative, titled "Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework," falls under the category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000). The services will be operational across various regions of the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London, among others. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the initial tender period closed on 26 June 2024. The contract is set for an initial term of four years, commencing on 1 August 2024, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions, potentially ending on 31 July 2030. The estimated maximum value of the contract is £12,800,000, excluding VAT, subject to current support requirements and potential extensions.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in health and social care services. The framework is supportive of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), aligning with the suitability requirements of the council. With the estimated value of this contract being substantial, businesses that can deliver flexible, responsive, and comprehensive care solutions could benefit significantly through partnership with Cumberland Council. The tender's scope, spanning multiple regions across England, allows for broad operational outreach, proving particularly advantageous for businesses aiming to expand their geographical footprint and client base in the public sector. The successful award to multiple suppliers such as Baldev Skills Resources and Creative Support further demonstrates the collaborative approach and potential for network expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework

Notice Description

Cumberland Council has various sized Extra Care Housing schemes within its area. The extra care schemes are made up of self-contained units which comprise of a lounge, kitchen, bathroom and 1 or 2 bedrooms. Each scheme will have a communal area such as a lounge, cafe, or activity room. Extra Care Housing Schemes provide an onsite care team 24/7 to ensure the care and support for people residing within the schemes in Cumberland can meet planned and unplanned assessed care needs to enable people to live as independently as possible. The care and support needs to be flexible, responsive, and able to provide non-scheduled support to people as required. Refer to the service specification at schedule 2 for further details.\r \r The council proposes to enter into the framework agreement for an initial period of FOUR years with the successful tenderers.\r \r There are TWO optional extensions of up tp 12 months each. These optional extensions are at the complete discretion of the council. If these optional extensions are used, the framework will end on 31st July 2030.\r \r The estimated total value of the Framework for the initial term is PS7,700,000 excluding VAT.\r The estimated maximum value of the Framework for the four year initial term, plus the two optional 12 month extensions based on current support requirements is PS12,800,000 excluding VAT. \r \r Extension and uplift amounts are indicative only and the council does not guarantee these at this stage. Any extensions / uplifts will be confirmed with successful providers. \r \r For further details and to access the tender documents, including the service specification, please use our online procurement portal - The Chest (https://www.the-chest.org.uk). Registration on The Chest is free. \r \r All bids must be received electronically via The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r Any clarifications you have about the tender must be sent via messaging on The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1ddf321-ded0-4277-a66a-f7ffd2b43c12
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c486f2e1-a07a-4941-ab06-167c5611894e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, 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
£12,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,800,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 4-5 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
Postcode Area
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), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
26
Supplier Names

Baldev Skills Resources

Bellcare Domiciliary Care Services Ltd

Bes Care Limited

Cera Care Operations Ltd

CF Recruitment Agency

Creative Support

Enerst Care

ICare

Livingways Care Services

Lotus Home Care Ltd

Samary Care Limited

The Riverside Group Limited

Turning Point Services Ltd

Blue Ocean Services Limited

Careville Limited

City Support Limited

CSG Healthcare Limited

Everkind Yorkshire Ltd

Holistic Care 4U Ltd

Londoon Care Support Services

My Versatile Health Limited

Nasya Health Limited

Rafah Ltd

Road Life Health Care

Seed Healthcare Limited

Yani Care Solutions Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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