Planning

Carers Support Service

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 09:48

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lincolnshire County Council is planning a procurement process for the Carers Support Service, which falls under the health and social work services category. This procurement is a response to the county's obligations under the Care Act (2014) and is designed to provide substantial support to carers, offering legal recognition as outlined in both the Care Act and the Children and Families Act (2014). The procurement, valued at over £9.82 million, follows an open procedure and is anticipated to start on 1st October 2027, with a completion date of 30th September 2032. Potential suppliers will be notified via a future notice expected on 4th April 2027. The contract will take place in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKF3 region. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with Lincolnshire County Council acting as the buyer.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in health and social work services, particularly those familiar with supporting carers, to expand their operations and gain visibility in the public sector. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its emphasis on services that require adaptability and community engagement. Organisations with experience in managing extensive support services and those capable of meeting high-quality care standards will find this an ideal avenue for growth, facilitating long-term partnerships with a reputable public authority like Lincolnshire County Council. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can position themselves within a strategic sector demonstrating a strong commitment to social care and support frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carers Support Service

Notice Description

The Carers Support Service is a key component of Lincolnshire County Council's response to its duties under the Care Act (2014). The Care Act and the Children and Families Act (2014) give carers full legal recognition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a087
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047623-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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
£8,188,069 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Apr 202711 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Further Information

Notice Documents

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