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Domiciliary Support Services

CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

24 Jul 2026 at 14:52

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Carmarthenshire County Council is in the planning stages of a procurement process for a Framework to deliver Domiciliary Support Services within the county. This initiative, titled "Domiciliary Support Services," falls under the industry category of health and social work services and is expected to provide support to older individuals, younger adults with physical disabilities, and adults with dementia. The procurement process is in the 'Planning' stage, with a key milestone being a provider information event scheduled for 6th August 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Interested parties must register by emailing by 10th August 2026. This framework agreement is valued at a gross amount of £108,000,000, reflecting its significance under the UKPGA 2023 legislation and is subject to Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those operating within the health and social care sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable to participate, making this an inclusive opportunity. The procurement process offers a framework agreement, which can provide long-term stability and engagement for successful bidders. Companies experienced in delivering services to vulnerable populations, including older adults and those with disabilities, would find this a fitting opportunity to expand their service offerings and establish a significant footprint within the Carmarthenshire region. The contract spans from January 2027 to January 2031, with potential renewal, providing excellent prospects for sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domiciliary Support Services

Notice Description

Carmarthenshire County Council is developing a Framework for the provision of Domiciliary Support within the County of Carmarthenshire. The Framework will be inclusive of services to older people, younger adults with physical disability and adults living with dementia.

Planning Information

A provider information event will be held via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 6th August, 10:00 to 11:30am. The purpose of this event is to present key information relating to the upcoming Domiciliary Care Services tender. The session will provide an overview of the Framework, the procurement process and available tendering support. To attend please register your interest by emailing: CommissioningCommunities@carmarthenshire.gov.uk, including your name and organisation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d397
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070439-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£90,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Aug 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Jan 2027 - 9 Jan 2031 4-5 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
CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 1JP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales
Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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