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Kent Carers Support Service ( Lot 1 - East Kent)

Kent County Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2026 at 14:47

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 16:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council has concluded the procurement process for the Kent Carers Support Service, aiming specifically at enhancing support for unpaid carers in East Kent. This procurement is marked under the status "complete" as of 22 May 2026 with the project expected to commence on 1 August 2026 and run until 31 July 2029, with potential extensions of up to 48 months. The awarded contract is valued at GBP 23,522,800 (net) and is part of a larger endeavour to replace existing services with a comprehensive support system that aligns with the Kent Adult Carers Strategy. The key areas of service delivery will focus on recognising carers, empowering them with crucial information, and aiding their transition through various care stages. This procurement was conducted via an open competitive process, categorized under health and social work services, highlighting Kent County Council's commitment to supporting local carers.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and social services sectors, particularly those with expertise in supporting carers. Organisations involved in social work and health services that have experience in delivering community-based support and advice would find this project aligned with their expert capabilities. Participating in this procurement allows them to contribute to a significant public service while expanding their operations in the public sector. With a strong focus on empowering voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE), this tender is particularly ideal for businesses committed to delivering inclusive and innovative solutions that enhance the wellbeing of carers in the community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Kent Carers Support Service ( Lot 1 - East Kent)

Notice Description

Kent County Council are seeking to re-procure a Kent Carers Support Service which is aimed at supporting unpaid carers within the county. This new service will replace two current services; The Carers Community Navigation Service and Carers Short Breaks service. Key Areas of Service Delivery: Building from the Kent Adult Carers Strategy the following key areas of service delivery have been identified for the Kent Carers Support Service: i) Identifying and Recognising Carers, including Seldom-Heard Carers ii) Empowering Carers: information, advice and training in ways that they can understand iii) Prevention and Wellbeing especially for lifestyle risk factors, mental health and information and advice iv) Support for Young Carers' Transition to Adulthood v) Carers Assessment vi) Carers Breaks vii) Emergency Breaks viii) Carers Personal Budgets Lot 2 of this contract was previously awarded. Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-070631

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Potential extension of 2 x up to 24 months is available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff96
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048028-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£23,522,800 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£23,522,800 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£23,522,800 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Kent County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INVOLVE KENT LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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