Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Powys

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Powys County Council has issued a tender for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services within the Powys region, covering industry category 'Social protection'. This opportunity is targeted to address needs across multiple areas including Sessional Domiciliary Care, Live-in Care, and the Powys Teaching Health Board. The procurement process currently is in the tender stage, with a closing date set for 22nd February 2029, reflecting the recent legislative timeline mandates under the Procurement Act 2023. Situated in Llandrindod Wells, the council invites registered providers to apply through the eTenderwales portal following a selective procurement method with a restricted procedure. The total value of the contract is estimated at £86,472,910 GBP.

The re-opening of this DPS presents significant opportunities for businesses in the health and social care sectors. With a flexible structure allowing providers to apply for one or more Lots, it offers avenues for both new entrants and established players aiming to expand their market presence. Such businesses must be registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), ensuring they meet the necessary regulatory standards. This contract is particularly suitable for those specialising in domiciliary support, looking to leverage their expertise across the specified service Lots, thereby strengthening their presence in public sector procurement initiatives in the region.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Powys

Notice Description

The Council is inviting contractors to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Powys. The initial period for the DPS was 10 years, with an option to extend for a further 5 years. However with the introduction of new Procurement Act 2023, there is a requirement for DPS's established under PCR2015 to end by 24th February 2029. The DPS has been paused for a period of review which is now complete and the Council is re-opening the DPS for providers to apply to join. The Council will assemble and maintain an approved list of contractors for the Provision of Domiciliary Care. Providers are required to be registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) to provide domiciliary support services in the Powys regional partnership area. The DPS will remain open so new providers can complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. The DPS and proposed Lots within it: The DPS and proposed Lots: Lot 1: Sessional Domiciliary Care Lot 2: Live in Care Lot 3: Powys Teaching Health Board Providers can bid for one or more Lots. Existing DPS providers are not required to re-apply

Lot Information

Sessional Domiciliary Care

Lot 1: Sessional Domiciliary Care

Live in Care

Lot 2: Live in Care

Powys Teaching Health Board

Lot 3: Powys Teaching Health Board

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-156900
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=156900
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£86,472,910 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 20293 years to go
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Angela Williams
Contact Email
angela.williams1@powys.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01597826000

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

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV558586
    Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Powys - The Council is inviting contractors to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services in Powys. The initial period for the DPS was 10 years, with an option to extend for a further 5 years. However with the introduction of new Procurement Act 2023, there is a requirement for DPS's established under PCR2015 to end by 24th February 2029. The DPS has been paused for a period of review which is now complete and the Council is re-opening the DPS for providers to apply to join. The Council will assemble and maintain an approved list of contractors for the Provision of Domiciliary Care. Providers are required to be registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) to provide domiciliary support services in the Powys regional partnership area. The DPS will remain open so new providers can complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. The DPS and proposed Lots within it: The DPS and proposed Lots: Lot 1: Sessional Domiciliary Care Lot 2: Live in Care Lot 3: Powys Teaching Health Board Providers can bid for one or more Lots. Existing DPS providers are not required to re-apply

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