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SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes (under 65 years)

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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03 Nov 2025 at 13:47

Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is re-opening its framework for specialist residential care and nursing homes for individuals under 65 years of age. This procurement process, titled "SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes," falls under the services category, specifically social work services with accommodation. The tender is at the procurement stage, with documents available from 3rd November 2025, and the submission deadline is set for 2nd December 2025. This initiative covers geographic locations including North Derbyshire, South Derbyshire, Derby City, Nottinghamshire, and Nottingham City, aiming at clients with mental health, learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, and other needs. The anticipated contract start date is April 2026, with no option for renewal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in social care services, particularly those with experience in delivering specialised residential care. Providers in the specified regional areas can leverage this framework to secure long-term contracts, thereby promoting business growth and stability. Businesses well-suited to compete are those offering a comprehensive range of care services, from standard to emergency and respite care, catering to various client groups under 65 years of age. The open procurement method allows for broad participation, provided suppliers can adhere to the terms and demonstrate the capability to manage the diverse needs of the client groups mentioned.

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Notice Title

SSD 23 10 - Derbyshire Framework for Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Homes (under 65 years)

Notice Description

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Lot Information

Specialist Residential Care - Standard Placements

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Specialist Nursing Care - Standard Placements

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Specialist Residential Care - Respite Placements

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Specialist Nursing Care - Respite Placements

Derbyshire County Council Adult Health and Social Care are re-opening their Framework for the procurement of Specialist Residential Care and Nursing Home Placements (under 65 years) for specific geographical areas. This Framework commenced 1st April 2024, replacing the existing contracting arrangements for all new specialist residential care / nursing home placements. This includes Emergency Placements and Respite Care. This re-opening is restricted to Providers operating in the following areas only: * North Derbyshire (Bolsover, Chesterfield, High Peak, North East Derbyshire) * South Derbyshire (Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, South Derbyshire) * Derby City * Nottinghamshire * Nottingham City The Framework is applicable to the following client groups: * Mental Health * Learning Disabilities * Autism Spectrum Condition * Physical Disabilities * Sensory Impairment * Acquired Brain Injury * Those with unpredictable levels of behaviour that challenges services This Framework is not relevant to care home providers with only services for people over 65 years of age. IMPORTANT - PREVIOUSLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY UNLESS THEY WISH TO ADD ADDITIONAL CARE HOMES. ANY PREVIOUSLY UNSUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS ARE WELCOME TO RE-APPLY The anticipated contract start date is April 2026 The tender documents are available from 3rd November 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d8ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070460-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Miss Louise Cope
Contact Email
louise.cope@derbyshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1629532095

Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

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