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Accommodation with Care (AWC) Closed Framework (B)

Cheshire East Council

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

26 Jan 2026 at 12:47

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 15:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

01 Aug 2025 at 16:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

01 Aug 2025 at 16:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 15:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Cheshire East Council involves the "Accommodation with Care (AWC) Closed Framework (B)" for Adult's Residential and Nursing care home services across the borough. The industry category is health and social work services, and the services are delivered within the Borough of Cheshire East, United Kingdom (UKD62). This process has advanced to the award stage as of 26th January 2026. The framework agreement is valued at £378,000,000 and is VAT exempt. The procurement method employed is open procedure, and the procurement continues under a special light-touch regime, with several lots structured within the framework agreement. Key dates include the start of the contract period on 1st April 2026, with eligibility for two 12-month extensions, potentially extending the contract to 2033.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for large care service providers experienced in delivering high-quality care to adults over 18, as well as SMEs able to provide personalised services such as those for mental health, learning or physical disabilities, and intermediate care. Providers setting up within this framework will gain access to bid for various care packages, allowing them to expand service offerings while ensuring a steady revenue stream. The framework also embraces providers with capabilities aligned to the standards set by the Care Quality Commission, ensuring services are delivered safely and effectively. This opens avenues for businesses capable of meeting regulatory demands while offering innovative care solutions, enhancing their portfolio and market positioning.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Accommodation with Care (AWC) Closed Framework (B)

Notice Description

Cheshire East Council (CEC) is recommissioning the Adult's Residential and Nursing care home service, delivered across the borough. This is known as 'Accommodation with Care' (AWC). Providers currently delivering services under the CEC AWC Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) will Join the New AWC Closed Framework (A) via a direct award in accordance with PA23 section 41, schedule 5 paragraph 7. This tender opportunity allowed all other Adult's Residential and Nursing care homes, located within the Borough of Cheshire East, that are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), to apply to join the AWC Closed Framework (B) under the same terms. Providers appointed to AWC Closed Framework (A) or AWC Closed Framework (B) will have the same opportunity to bid for packages of care for whichever lot(s) they are signed up to. The total contract value across Framework (A) and Framework (B) is PS378,000,000 and is VAT exempt. Under the Care Act, the Local Authority has a statutory responsibility to ensure this service is available for the residents of Cheshire East. Contracted care home providers must deliver high quality, safe and personalised accommodation, with care, to Adults over 18. The AWC service promotes choice, dignity, control and quality of life for all residents and provides modernised care and support services that deliver value for money. This contract includes the following provisions; Mental Health, Learning Disability, Physical Disability, Intermediate Care and Discharge to Assess.

Lot Information

Residential Older People

Lot 1 Residential Older People Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Residential Dementia

Lot 2 - Residential Dementia Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Residential Physical Disability

Lot 3 - Residential Physical Disability Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Residential Learning Disability/Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Lot 4 - Residential Learning Disability/Autistic Spectrum Disorder Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Residential Mental Health

Lot 5 - Residential Mental Health Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Nursing Older People

Lot 6 - Nursing Older People Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Nursing Dementia

Lot 7 - Nursing Dementia Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Nursing Physical Disability / Sensory Impairment

Lot 8 - Nursing Physical Disability / Sensory Impairment Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Nursing Learning Disability/Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Lot 9 - Nursing Learning Disability/Autistic Spectrum Disorder Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Nursing Mental Health

Lot 10 - Nursing Mental Health Unrestricted access to this opportunity, including full service specification and tender documentation, is available via the Chest North West Portal, register for free at https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ and express an interest in project ID DN792925

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available : - 01/04/2031 - 31/03/2032 01/04/2032 - 31/03/2033 Extension periods to be implemented at the sole discretion of the Council.

Planning Information

We would like to invite all Care Home providers that are located within the Borough of Cheshire East to an information session, ahead of the Accommodation with Care Contract (Residential and Nursing Care Homes) Recommission. The session will be held via Microsoft teams on Monday 4th August 2025 at 13:30pm, therefore if you would like to receive an invitation please request this via e-mail emma.harris@cheshireeast.gov.uk and the link to join the virtual meeting will be shared with you. Please ensure you list your name, job title, company name and business e-mail address within your request. PLEASE NOTE THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY OPEN TO CARE HOMES LOCATED WITHIN THE BOROUGH OF CHESHIRE EAST. We intend to publish this opportunity on the CHEST in the near future, therefore your attendance is welcome to enable us to inform you of our commissioning intentions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0523b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006629-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic, 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

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£378,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£378,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£378,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
25 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
15 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2031-07-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cheshire East Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CREWE
Postcode
CW1 2JZ
Postcode Area
Crewe
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
TLD62 Cheshire East
Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Crewe Central
Westminster Constituency
Crewe and Nantwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

BELONG LIMITED

IDEAL CAREHOMES LIMITED

INSPIRED LIFE CARE LIMITED

Lynne Barton T/A Inglewood Residential Care Home

MERLIN HOUSE (ECHO) LIMITED

RISELEY HOUSE LIMITED

SPRINGCARE (KNUTSFORD) LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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