Planning

Day Opportunities

CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL

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22 Jan 2026 at 09:59

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cheshire East Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for Day Opportunities, aimed at shaping the future of services for adults. The process falls under the services category, specifically targeting the health and social work sector. The Council, located in Crewe, UK, is organising a preliminary market engagement event on 10th March 2026 at Macclesfield Town Hall. Providers interested in contributing to this service provision are invited to attend the engagement event by confirming their participation by 6th March. The total estimated value of the contract is £1,400,000, and the contract period is planned from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2032 under the 'light touch' regime, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The procurement involves a framework agreement, thus attracting businesses that seek long-term partnership opportunities with sub-central governmental bodies.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the health and social care sector, especially those with expertise in providing day opportunities for adults. SMEs and VCSEs stand to benefit significantly, as the procurement process is designed to be inclusive of these types of organisations. Participating businesses will gain the chance to collaborate directly with Cheshire East Council, influencing the design and delivery of essential community services. This engagement can foster business growth through sustained contracts and potential networking with other providers and council representatives, creating a collaborative ecosystem to enhance service outcomes. Businesses that specialise and innovate in health and social care can leverage this opportunity to expand their services and impact within the Cheshire East region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Day Opportunities

Notice Description

Cheshire East Council is shaping the future of Day Opportunities for adults

Planning Information

Cheshire East Council Day Opportunities Provider Engagement Event Date: Tuesday,10 March 2026 Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Venue: Macclesfield Town Hall, SK10 1EA About the Event Cheshire East Council is shaping the future of Day Opportunities for adults. This event is an opportunity for providers to: • Share your experiences and insights • Help us understand what works well and what could be improved • Contribute to designing day opportunities services that truly meet the needs and aspirations of the people we support Your input will play a key role in ensuring that future services are person-centred, sustainable, and effective. Who Should Attend? We welcome providers currently delivering day opportunities in Cheshire East and surrounding areas, or who would like to in the future. Why Attend? • Influence the future direction of services in Cheshire East • Network with other providers and council representatives • Be part of a collaborative approach to improving outcomes for people in our communities PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO 1 PERSON PER ORGANISATION How to Join Please confirm your attendance by 6th March: Email: emma.bibby@cheshireeast.gov.uk Phone: 07385 002342 For more information on the event please contact Gerard.Buckley@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060bd3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005605-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementeast@cheshireeast.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CREWE
Postcode
CW1 2JZ
Post Town
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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