Planning

Older Persons Residential and Nursing Care Services

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

27 Oct 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Older Persons Residential and Nursing Care Services," classified under the industry category of social work services with accommodation. The tender is seeking Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered providers to join a new framework to deliver residential and nursing care homes within the geographic boundary of Kent, UK. The process employs an open procurement method and anticipates a framework agreement that permits competition reopening. Interested parties must note the key dates: the enquiry period ends on 16th January 2026, with the tender submission deadline by 30th January 2026. The contract award is expected by 1st July 2026, and the service provision will commence on 1st January 2027, lasting until 31st December 2030, with potential extensions up to 2034.

This opportunity presents substantial potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in healthcare and social services. Businesses with expertise in delivering high-quality care for the elderly, particularly those adaptable to both residential and nursing care settings, will find this tender well-suited. The provision of services such as standard and high needs residential care, nursing care, and bariatric care is anticipated, with a contract value over £2.2 billion. The framework agreement structure offers flexibility, allowing businesses to select pricing based on geographical regions, and is likely to favour providers with high-quality service scores. This framework not only ensures ongoing engagement but also allows businesses to benefit from a structured market presence in Kent's healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Older Persons Residential and Nursing Care Services

Notice Description

Kent County Council is seeking providers of Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered residential and nursing care homes within the geographic boundary of Kent, with facilities that provide accommodation and care for individuals who require support due to age, disability, or health conditions, to join a new Older Persons Residential and Nursing Care Homes Services Framework. The services offered by the Provider will range from assistance with daily living tasks to comprehensive nursing care for those with complex medical needs. Care homes should promote safety, dignity, and quality of life, while ensuring that People who draw on care and support receive tailored support to meet their individual needs. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Social-work-services-with-accommodation./443R6N363J To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/443R6N363J

Lot Information

Residential Care

A)Residential Standard: Residential care homes aim to create a homelike environment, offering communal living spaces, meals, and recreational activities to foster social interaction and a sense of community. Residential Care provides support with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility. Residential care is suitable for individuals who do not require regular medical attention but need assistance with their overall well-being and safety. B)Residential High: Residential High Needs Care refers to specialised, intensive support provided within a residential care home setting for individuals who have significant and complex needs. These needs can stem from physical disabilities, chronic medical conditions, mental health issues, or developmental disabilities that require round-the-clock care and supervision.

Renewal: Extension of up to 4 additional years

Nursing Care

A) Nursing Standard: Nursing Care provides support for individuals with medical needs or chronic health conditions that require regular or continuous medical oversight, within nursing homes. Nursing homes are often more clinical in nature than residential homes, equipped with medical facilities to cater to high-level care needs, while still offering some social and recreational activities. B) Nursing High: Nursing High Needs Care refers to the provision of advanced, multifaceted care that addresses the needs of patients with multiple, serious, or chronic health conditions, within nursing homes. This type of care typically involves managing intricate medical, physical, psychological, and social factors. It requires specialised knowledge, critical thinking, and coordination across disciplines to ensure optimal patient outcomes. C) Nursing Highly Specialised and Complex Care: Nursing Highly Specialised and Complex Care is for individuals with severe cognitive impairment and/or complex mental health needs and/or behaviours that challenge, beyond the requirements of Nursing High Needs Care. (This is an optional element of the Lot)

Renewal: Extension of up to 4 additional years

Bariatric Care

Bariatric care in a residential care home refers to specialised care and support for Individuals living with obesity or morbid obesity. This type of care focuses on addressing the physical, emotional, and medical needs of Individuals with significant weight-related challenges while promoting their dignity, safety, and quality of life.

Renewal: Extension of up to 4 additional years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068746-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

85311100 - Welfare services for the elderly

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,217,051,660 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
£2,217,051,660 £1B-£10B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
8 Dec 20251 day to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpd-peopleteam@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XX
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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