Notice Information
Notice Title
Foundations for Change Flexible Framework for Additional Support Services (Adults Aged 18-65)
Notice Description
West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (WDHSCP) is seeking to establish a Flexible Framework for the provision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65. Services will support individuals with a range of needs including learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health conditions. The Framework will operate on a flexible basis, allowing new providers to apply for admission throughout its term.
Lot Information
Lot 1 - Learning Disabilities (including complex needs and behaviours that challenge)
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with learning disabilities, including those with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. Services will be person centred, outcomes focused and delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3. Providers will support individuals to live independently within their communities and work in partnership with the HSCP and other agencies. Services must be capable of delivery on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot 2 - Physical DisabilitiesProvision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with physical disabilities. Services will support individuals to maximise independence and achieve personal outcomes, including delivery of personal care, mobility support and community engagement. Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must reflect a person centred, outcomes based approach. Services must be capable of delivery on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot 3 - Cognitive Impairment (including Acquired Brain Injury)Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with cognitive impairments, including acquired brain injury. Providers will deliver tailored support to meet complex cognitive and behavioural needs, supporting individuals to maintain independence and achieve agreed outcomes. Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must be flexible and responsive, including provision on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot 4 - Sensory ImpairmentProvision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with sensory impairments. Services will support individuals with visual and or hearing impairments to live independently and access their communities. Support must be tailored to individual needs and delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 using a person centred, outcomes based approach. Services must be available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot 5 - Mental Health (including severe and enduring conditions)Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with mental health conditions, including severe and enduring needs. Services will promote recovery, independence and social inclusion, supporting individuals to achieve outcomes aligned to their care plans. Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must be responsive and available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot 6 - All Services (Lots 1-5)Provision of additional support services across all service areas outlined in Lots 1 to 5. Providers must demonstrate the capability to deliver services across multiple client groups including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health. Services must be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 using a person centred, outcomes focused approach. Services must be flexible and available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required. The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-06af1e
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055847-2026
- Current Stage
- Award
- All Stages
- Tender, Award
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Framework
- Procurement Category
- Services
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Open procedure
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
85 - Health and social work services
-
- CPV Codes
85300000 - Social work and related services
85310000 - Social work services
85311200 - Welfare services for the handicapped
85312300 - Guidance and counselling services
85320000 - Social services
85323000 - Community health services
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £23,690,000 £10M-£100M
- Lots Value
- £43,010,000 £10M-£100M
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 12 Jun 2026Today
- Submission Deadline
- 17 Jul 20262 months to go
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- 12 Jun 2026Today
- Contract Period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Cancelled
- Lots Status
- Active
- Awards Status
- Unsuccessful
- Contracts Status
- Not Specified
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE 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
- DUMBARTON
- Postcode
- G82 1QL
- Post Town
- Glasgow
- Country
- Scotland
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLM Scotland
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLM3 West Central Scotland
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
- Delivery Location
- TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond
-
- Local Authority
- West Dunbartonshire
- Electoral Ward
- Dumbarton
- Westminster Constituency
- West Dunbartonshire
Further Information
Notice URLs
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
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