Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council has initiated a tender process for their Care at Home and Housing Services PSA Phase 5, aimed at services within the health and social work industry category. The procurement process involves appointing service providers for the provision of care services to supported individuals in South Lanarkshire, commencing on 1st July 2024. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 10th September 2025, with the evaluation and award phases set to follow. The contract, valued at £714,300,000, will span 15 years and allows providers to be added over its term, emphasising flexibility and choice for service recipients. Evaluation criteria focus significantly on quality, accounting for 95% of the assessment alongside price considerations.

This tender presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services. Service providers with expertise in offering comprehensive care to vulnerable groups, including elderly persons, individuals with disabilities, or complex health needs, are well-suited to apply. Successful bidders will benefit from long-term engagement and the potential for repeated submissions throughout the PSA's duration. Community benefits are a mandated part of this tender, encouraging providers to contribute positively to local community transformation, fostering broader social value alongside business growth. Businesses with robust financial standing, technical proficiency, and commitment to quality and compliance are likely to thrive in this environment.

Tender

SLC - Care at Home and Housing Services Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) Phase 5

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

10th March 2025 14:44:20 PM

Tender Deadline

10th September 2025 11:00:00 AM 104 days remaining
Contract Summary

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking to appoint Service Providers to a Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) for the provision of Care at Home and Housing Support Services commencing on 1st July 2024. The contract will be delivered to Supported Persons residing within South Lanarkshire and who are supported by the Council and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership (SLHSCP). SLHSCP deliver adult social care services and all community health services for adults and children in the South Lanarkshire area. The services will support individuals to live in their own homes and to play an active part in their communities as much as they are able. The Self Directed Support (SDS) regulations offer Supported Persons a choice of provider to an extent not available through a Framework or a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) therefore the Council is utilising an innovative Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) under the Light Touch Rules contained in Regulation 74 - 76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The PSA will allow providers to be added over its 15 year term, this will facilitate the Supported Person's choice.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04eb13

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85000000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Marie McGowan

Buyer Email

marie.mcgowan@southlanarkshire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1698454184

Buyer Address

Council Headquarters, Almada Street

Hamilton

ML3 0AA

United Kingdom

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SLC - Care at Home and Housing Services Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) Phase 5

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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