Tender

Tender for the provision of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service in Herefordshire

HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 19:24

Summary of the contracting process

Herefordshire Council is inviting tenders for the provision of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service in Herefordshire, focusing on health and social work services. This service aims to support adults post-hospital discharge, promoting their independence through therapeutic reablement at home for 2-4 weeks. The procurement process is at the tender stage with a submission deadline of 2nd April 2026. The procurement is being conducted under the Light Touch Regime and follows an open competition method, seeking bids for services valued up to £600,000. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st May 2026, with an initial duration of 12 months and a potential extension for a further year.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those experienced in delivering person-centred interventions. Given the focus on quality, price, and social value, businesses equipped with skilled healthcare professionals and efficient service delivery methods will be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this particularly advantageous, as the tender is suitable for them, encouraging diverse business growth within the region. Additionally, success in securing this contract could enhance business reputation and foster strategic partnerships with the council and local NHS Trusts.

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Notice Title

Tender for the provision of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service in Herefordshire

Notice Description

Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint an exemplary provider to deliver a dedicated Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service for residents across Herefordshire. This service will support adults who are medically optimised for discharge from hospital and able to return home, offering short-term, therapeutic reablement within their own homes. Interventions will typically last 2 - 4 weeks and will focus on restoring functional ability, promoting independence and helping individuals regain confidence in daily living activities. The successful provider will deliver a person-centred, therapy-led reablement approach, working closely with the council, Wye Valley NHS Trust and the Integrated Care Board, as part of the wider home first system. This contract offers an opportunity for an experienced provider to contribute to improved hospital flow, reduced re-admissions and better outcomes for residents across Herefordshire. Contract duration: 12 months, with an option to extend for up to an additional 12 months. The procurement is being carried out under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) permissible under PA 2023, Section 9, and therefore applies the flexibilities afforded under above regulation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension is subject to demand, contractor's satisfactory performance, further governance and budget approvals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0667d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022075-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HEREFORD
Postcode
HR4 0LE
Post Town
Hereford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of
Delivery Location
TLG11 Herefordshire, County of

Local Authority
Herefordshire, County of
Electoral Ward
Widemarsh
Westminster Constituency
Hereford and South Herefordshire

Further Information

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