Planning

Care and Support in Extra Care Housing

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

13 Mar 2026 at 11:18

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 10:15

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council is orchestrating a procurement process for "Care and Support in Extra Care Housing," tailored primarily for the health and social work services sector. This initiative, which includes accessible housing providing round-the-clock support, is planned for execution within the UKF2 region of the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, the service targets individuals aged 55 and over, as well as younger individuals with specific needs. Key dates include the future notice publication on 12 June 2026 and the contract period from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2030. The procurement process follows an open procedure under a light-touch regime, indicating its adaptability to various service delivery methods and providers.

This tender presents notable business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). With its emphasis on aiding individuals to maintain independence and reduce hospital admissions, businesses specialising in health and social care services can leverage their expertise in structured support services. The open procedure facilitates competition and encourages diverse providers to tender, enabling innovators in healthcare and community-focused services to capitalise on this substantial four-year contract. This project aligns perfectly with organisations that prioritise health, safety, enablement, and wellbeing, fostering progression and rehabilitation for those in extra care housing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Care and Support in Extra Care Housing

Notice Description

Extra care housing is defined as well-designed, accessible housing, which provides self-contained accommodation and offers 24/7 Staffed care and support services. Whilst the Service is primarily intended for older adults (i.e. aged 55 or over),it may also be appropriate for individuals aged below 55 with; * a physical or sensory disability * early onset dementia * a learning disability * mental health and enduring mental health needs All Extra Care housing generally include some communal facilities to accommodate individual's changing needs by providing a flexible and responsive Service. Provider(s) are required to deliver Services which focus on the health, safety, enablement, progression and wellbeing of people who require such Services. They must enable Individuals to gain, maintain or regain skills to help them live independently and/or recover from illness. The aim of the Service is to prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital and residential care. The Provider(s) are to support individuals who are to be discharged from hospital or move out of long or short term, building based care.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052171
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022846-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jun 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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