Summary of the contracting process

Reading Borough Council is seeking tenders for the "Provision of Nursing Dementia Block Bed Contract (4x5 beds)" within the social work and related services sector. This active procurement process aims to deliver care home accommodation for individuals unable to live independently, ensuring well-being and support as per the Care Act 2014. Located in the UKJ11 region, the service will provide 20 beds across four contracts with staggered starts within the first year of mobilisation. The contracts will last for 5 years, with a possible extension of up to 5 additional years. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 2nd December 2024, with the award period commencing on the same date. The procurement method is an open procedure, accepting written submissions in English.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in social care services, particularly those specialising in dementia care. Firms offering comprehensive care home facilities including personalised care, en-suite accommodation, and 24-hour supervision are ideal candidates. The contracts not only promise steady revenue over multiple years but also the potential for further extensions, making it an attractive proposition for sustainable business growth. Additionally, companies that can deliver structured daytime activities and adapt to individual care plans will find this tender suited to their expertise, positioning them well to compete effectively.

Tender

Provision of Nursing Dementia Block Bed Contract (4x5 beds)

READING BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

31st October 2024 12:12:44 PM

Tender Deadline

2nd December 2024 14:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The purpose of the service is to provide accommodation, care, support and stimulation to those people who can no longer live in their own homes; to promote independence choice and control and well-being principal as set out in the Care Act 2014 . The services provided in care home accommodation should include a single room (unless Service Users wish to share), personal toilet facilities / en-suite, full board, Personal Care or nursing care, supervision on a 24-hour basis, and a regular, planned programme of daytime activities. Exceptions can be made where agreed on the Service User’s Care Plan as prepared or agreed by the Service User’s Care Manager/budget holder and the Service User. The key deliverables for this project are to award 4x 5 Bed Nursing Dementia Block Contracts (20 beds in total) with staggered start dates throughout the mobilisation period (year 1) and to deliver each contract for a period of 5 years with an option to extend for a possible further period of up to 5 yrs
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04b2ec

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85300000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

READING BOROUGH COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Anna Hardy

Buyer Email

pchub@reading.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Civic Offices, Bridge Street

Reading

RG1 2LU

United Kingdom

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Provision of Nursing Dementia Block Bed Contract (4x5 beds)

READING BOROUGH COUNCIL

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