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The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2)

BOROUGH OF TELFORD & WREKIN

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13 May 2026 at 07:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Borough of Telford & Wrekin is inviting applications for its "The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2)" under an open procurement method. This framework seeks providers for delivering specialist care services to adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and acquired brain injury needs. The services, valued at up to £78 million, are divided into four lots with varying support levels. Located in Telford, Shropshire, the framework intends to foster community involvement, particularly within UKG21 regions, and will operate from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028. The tender process is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 10th June 2026, followed by the award period ending on 27th July 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for providers specialising in health and social work services to expand their business. Companies with experience in person-centred care and those aligned with the Preparing for Adulthood principles stand to benefit greatly, particularly if they can offer innovative, compassionate services. Given the framework’s design, which opens possibilities for repeat engagement and no cap on the number of participating providers, small to medium-sized enterprises and voluntary and community sector entities are particularly encouraged to apply. The open procedure and framework agreement allow for flexibility, making it ideal for businesses aiming to establish or grow their foothold in the specialist care sector within the UK.

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Notice Title

The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2)

Notice Description

Telford & Wrekin Council are looking to receive applications from Providers to join a multi-provider Framework to deliver specialist care services for Adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health and Acquired Brain Injury needs, in suitable locations. We want to work with established, experienced providers who deliver a curious, compassionate and solution focused approach central to delivering a person-centred service. The services we intend to commission are intended for adults, but it is expected that providers, where appropriate have the correct registration to support young adults during transition and working in line with the Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) principles and support delivery of outcomes around employment and training, friendships, relationships and communities, independent living and good health. The services will be split into 4 Lots covering increasing levels of need and complexity. THIS IS RELEASE 2 OF THE FRAMEWORK

Lot Information

Living Well

Community Led support (including that delivered by partners in the Voluntary and Community Sector) Living Well forms the basis of all Lots. The principles and ethos of Living Well apply whether someone has complex needs or lower-level needs. We want people to be part of the community in which they live. This is not typically regulated provision and is provided to people with: - Learning disabilities - Autism - Mental Health - Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots.

Regulated Community Support

For people with moderate level needs. This includes regulated provision in relation to: * Learning disabilities * Autism * Mental health * Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots.

Specialist Complex Community Support

Support for people with high level support needs. This includes provision for people with: * Learning disabilities * Autism * Mental health * Acquired Brain Injury * Overnight support In addition to this, people supported by Lot 3 services may have complex behaviours and or health needs and / or dual diagnosis. The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots.

Residential Services

For people requiring specialist Residential Services. - Learning disabilities - Autism - Mental health - Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06972b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043704-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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
£65,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£65,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2027-01-12

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOROUGH OF TELFORD & WREKIN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE
Postcode
TF3 4JA
Post Town
Telford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin

Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Malinslee & Dawley Bank
Westminster Constituency
Telford

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