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

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jun 2025 at 10:38

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 14:59

Summary of the contracting process

Cumberland Council has completed the procurement process to deliver Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism in West Cumbria. This procurement falls under the Health and Social Work Services industry category, with a specific focus on providing support to individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract was awarded to West Cumbria Care and Support, trading as West House, with a contract value of £1,096,666 GBP, effective from 31st May 2025 with an optional extension until 31st August 2027.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those with expertise in providing tailored support for individuals with disabilities and autism. Such businesses can enhance their profiles and expand their market presence in the Cumbria region. The contract's focus on social value and quality, alongside price considerations, suggests that businesses committed to delivering high-quality and community-focused services stand a competitive chance of securing similar opportunities in future procurement rounds.

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Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Cumberland Council have sourced a provider to deliver Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, located in West Cumbria.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Cumberland Council have sourced a provider to deliver a Residential Short Breaks for Adults with a Learning Disability and/or Autism (West). Cumberland Council are committed to transforming local services for people with a learning disability and/or who are autistic, to ensure that individuals are supported to lead full and rewarding lives in the community. 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.

Renewal: 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e52e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032870-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

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
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Debbie Wilkinson
Contact Email
debbie.wilkinson@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7500077967

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
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WEST CUMBRIA CARE AND SUPPORT T/A WEST HOUSE

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