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Framework and Services Agreement for the Provision of Community Choices Services in Westmorland and Furness

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

24 Oct 2025 at 15:42

TenderUpdate

21 Feb 2025 at 15:46

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21 Feb 2025 at 07:36

Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 07:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Westmorland and Furness Council for the "Framework and Services Agreement for the Provision of Community Choices Services" has reached the award stage as of 24th October 2025. This agreement focuses on providing social work and related services throughout the UKD12 region, with the Council aiming to promote innovative solutions for mental health recovery, dementia care, social and community connections, and employment preparation. The contract, launched under an open procurement method, saw active engagement with multiple suppliers, indicating a vibrant interest within the sector. The framework's emphasis is on quality, with contracts awarded for various service lots on 23rd July 2025, set to commence on 1st July 2025 and conclude by 30th June 2029.

This tender opens the door for businesses with expertise in health and social care services, particularly those capable of delivering innovative, personalised support to individuals. Companies ranging from small to medium-sized enterprises to larger organisations like Kaplan Care Limited and Right2Work C.I.C. are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. The multiple lots within the framework allow for specialized focus, catering to diverse business models in mental health, dementia care, community engagement, and workforce preparation. Engaging in such contracts not only fosters business growth by establishing a reputable portfolio in public sector collaboration but also contributes to community welfare and individual well-being in the region.

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Notice Title

Framework and Services Agreement for the Provision of Community Choices Services in Westmorland and Furness

Notice Description

The focus of the Framework will be upon outcome-based support, with providers expected to both demonstrate innovative solutions to meet individual needs and clearly evidence how individual outcomes have been achieved. The Services have been divided into the following work packages (Lots): * Lot 1: Mental Health Recovery and Maintenance - Provision of individual and group support for those experiencing mental ill-health. * Lot 2: Dementia - Provision of specialist sessions for those living with dementia and provide respite for their carers and families. * Lot 3: Social and Community Connections - community/interest/needs based opportunities which may or may not be buildings based. * Lot 4: Preparation for Employment - services to identify an individual's specific employment-related needs; provide bespoke employment-related training; work placements or supported internships with the ultimate aim of mainstream employment.

Lot Information

Mental Health Recovery and Maintenance

Lot 1: Mental Health Recovery and Maintenance - Provision of individual and group support for those experiencing mental ill-health.

Dementia

* Lot 2: Dementia - Provision of specialist sessions for those living with dementia and provide respite for their carers and families.

Social and Community Connections

* Lot 3: Social and Community Connections - community/interest/needs based opportunities which may or may not be buildings based.

Preparation for Employment

* Lot 4: Preparation for Employment - services to identify an individual's specific employment-related needs; provide bespoke employment-related training; work placements or supported internships with the ultimate aim of mainstream employment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e5bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068336-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,144,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,144,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Alyson Delin
Contact Email
alyson.delin@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7423749646

Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 4DQ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria, TLD12 East Cumbria

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Strickland and Fell
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

GLENMORE TRUST

KAPLAN CARE

OIZA HEALTHCARE

PEOPLE FIRST INDEPENDENT ADVOCACY

REVELATIONS HEALTHCARE

RIGHT2WORK

WAYTHROUGH

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