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Foundations for Change Flexible Framework - Supporting Adults Aged 18-65

West Dunbartonshire Council

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11 Jun 2026 at 16:25

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Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement process titled "Foundations for Change Flexible Framework – Supporting Adults Aged 18–65". This opportunity is particularly focused on the social work and related services category. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure under the Light Touch Regime, with an estimated total contract value of £23,690,000. The main objectives include providing support services for adults across varied needs such as learning and physical disabilities, cognitive and sensory impairments, and mental health conditions within the UKM81 region of West Dunbartonshire. Interested parties should note the tender submission deadline is set for 20th July 2026. The Council seeks experienced providers capable of delivering quality, person-centred support through an electronic submission process.

This procurement offers substantial business growth prospects, especially for organisations experienced in offering specialised social services. The framework allows for multiple service lots, creating space for diverse provider participation across several dedicated areas of adult support services. This is an opportunity for businesses with a strong background in social care to demonstrate their capability and leverage their services for community benefits, including employment, training, and sustainable economic growth. Providers who can deliver comprehensive, outcome-focused, and high-quality support to adults with complex needs will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. This tender is a significant opportunity to establish or expand market presence in the social work sector within the UKM81 region, under the auspices of a regional authority committed to community enhancement and inclusivity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Foundations for Change Flexible Framework - Supporting Adults Aged 18-65

Notice Description

Flexible framework for the provision of support services for adults aged 18-65 across multiple service areas.

Lot Information

Learning Disabilities (including complex needs and behaviours that challenge)

This lot relates to the provision of specialist support services for adults aged 18-65 with learning disabilities, including individuals with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. Providers must demonstrate experience delivering person-centred, outcomes-focused support, including managing complex and high-risk needs and supporting individuals to live as independently as possible within their communities.

Physical Disabilities

This lot relates to the provision of support services for adults aged 18-65 with physical disabilities. Providers must demonstrate experience in delivering flexible, outcomes-focused support that promotes independence, mobility and community engagement.

Cognitive Impairment (including acquired brain injury)

This lot relates to the provision of support services for adults aged 18-65 with cognitive impairments, including acquired brain injury. Providers must demonstrate experience supporting individuals with complex cognitive and neurological conditions.

Mental Health (including severe and enduring conditions)

This lot relates to the provision of support services for adults aged 18-65 with mental health conditions. Providers must demonstrate experience supporting recovery, resilience and community integration.

All Services (Lots 1-5)

This lot relates to the provision of services across all service areas within this framework. Providers must demonstrate the capability to deliver across multiple service areas and support a wide range of needs.

Sensory Impairment

This lot relates to the provision of support services for adults aged 18-65 with sensory impairments. Providers must demonstrate experience supporting communication, accessibility and independence.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b369
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055412-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£23,690,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£23,689,998 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Dunbartonshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUMBARTON
Postcode
G82 1QL
Postcode Area
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

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