This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 13:11

PlanningUpdate

05 Feb 2026 at 16:02

Planning

23 Jan 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Middlesbrough Council is actively seeking tenders for the procurement of Care and Support Services within Extra Care Housing for adults aged 55 and over. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, aims to secure a service provider who will deliver essential home care services within Extra Care schemes, enabling individuals to maintain their independence and health. This open procedure applies to the health and social work services industry within the UKC1 region of the United Kingdom, with a total value estimated at £21,360,000 gross. The deadline for tender submissions is 5 August 2026, with the award decision scheduled to be finalised by 28 October 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in adult care services, particularly those experienced in delivering home care solutions within Extra Care settings. The procurement encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, promoting diverse supplier engagement. The contract, which is set to commence on 14 January 2027 and end on 13 January 2031, includes options for renewal, potentially extending up to 2036. The focus on quality and social value as award criteria makes this opportunity well-suited for providers committed to delivering high standards of care and positive community impact.

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Notice Title

Care and Support Services within Extra Care Housing For Adults 55+

Notice Description

Care and Support Service (Home Care) within Extra Care contract aims to provide support to the Individual's maximum ability and potential and, if required, to support on-going maintenance of health and wellbeing. This is in accordance with the Council's strategy for adult social care to ensure that Individuals can remain in their own homes for as long as possible precluding the need for residential/nursing care. The service is delivered in people's own homes within an Extra Care scheme and enables them to return to or remain living independently. It is a service crucial in supporting discharge from hospital and preventing unnecessary hospital or residential care admission.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2x24 months extensions 1x12 months extensions The total extension period is 5 years, taking the contract to 13/01/2036

Planning Information

Please see the Expression of Interest document available at: https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities/overview/public/bddd7f64-acdd-4f77-a948-e6bb7f83595a We would be grateful if you could complete the questionnaire email to: contractandcommissioningunit@middlesbrough.gov.uk FAO Nadine Aston-Barras Please submit your response by Friday 13th February 2026. Once collated, findings will be considered and may inform future arrangements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060d68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061786-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£17,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£17,800,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
13 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jan 2027 - 13 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 9FT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham, TLC12 South Teesside

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Newport
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

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