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The Provision of External Day Opportunities for Adults (Disabilities and Mental Health)

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

30 Jun 2026 at 10:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 Jun 2026 at 09:51

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Powys County Council is spearheading a procurement project titled "The Provision of External Day Opportunities for Adults" under the umbrella of health and social work services, specifically designed to support adults with disabilities and mental health needs. The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, involves a significant service contract worth £1,872,765. This initiative is set to commence on 1 January 2027 and run for three years, with options for extension. The ongoing planning phase includes a Meet the Buyer event scheduled for 14 July 2026, providing an excellent opportunity for businesses to engage and gain more insight into this project. The procurement process follows the Light Touch Regime, adhering to the guidelines of the Procurement (Wales) Regulations 2024, and aligns with Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses operating within the health, social work, and community service sectors. Firms with experience in delivering services that enhance personal outcomes for adults with learning disabilities or mental health challenges are particularly well-suited to compete. This contract encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, positioning them to expand their service offerings within the public sector and work under a well-defined framework guided by the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can forge crucial partnerships with Powys County Council and contribute extensively to social care initiatives within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of External Day Opportunities for Adults (Disabilities and Mental Health)

Notice Description

Powys County Council ("the Council") is seeking to appoint suitably experienced, qualified, and competent provider(s) to deliver External Day Opportunities for Opportunities for Adults (Disabilities and Mental Health). The Service will support individuals to achieve their personal outcomes, including enabling choice and control over their own lives. All care and support decisions will be underpinned by the presumption that individuals have the capacity to make decisions about their lifestyle, unless assessed otherwise. The Service is intended for individuals eligible for Adult Social Care support who have been assessed by Powys County Council Adult Services as requiring Day Opportunities. The Service Provider and the Council must ensure that all outcomes for service users are realistic, measurable, and aligned with identified needs, as well as the seven well-being goals set out in the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015. Outcomes must also be deliverable within the agreed budget. The contract will be for an initial period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for up to a further one (1) year plus an additional one (1) year at the Council's discretion. This contract is being procured under the Light Touch Regime in accordance with Section 15 of the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement is conducted under Section 9 of the Act and is governed by the Procurement (Wales) Regulations 2024, which apply to light touch contracts for specified services.

Planning Information

You are invited to a Meet the Buyer event and will need to book by clicking the link below or copying to your browser. Meet the Buyer 14/07/2026 The meeting is on Microsoft Teams and Virtual, The event is 14.00 to 15.00 and Free to attend. https://wales.business-events.org.uk/en/events/meet-the-buyer-powys-county-council-the-provision-of-external-day-opportunities-for-adults-with-a-learning-disability/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bac8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061165-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,872,765 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANDRINDOD WELLS
Postcode
LD1 5LG
Post Town
Llandrindod Wells
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL24 Powys
Local Authority
Powys
Electoral Ward
Llandrindod South
Westminster Constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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