Tender

Approved List for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services

NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Newport City Council is actively seeking tenders for its "Approved List for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services" in Newport, under the industry category of General Public Services. This tender is in the active procurement stage, with a tender period concluding on 27 March 2026. The process uses a restricted procedure type of procurement aimed at service provision within the geographical area of Newport. Providers interested in joining the approved list must submit their offers electronically via the eTenderwales portal by the deadline. The procurement process operates with principles similar to a Dynamic Purchasing System, providing opportunities for new entrants. The total estimated value for services is £55,000,000 over a period continuing until 22 February 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in domiciliary care services, particularly those registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales and capable of servicing the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board region. It is ideal for businesses seeking to expand their market presence in the Newport area and engage with public sector contracts. Given the substantial contract value and ongoing nature of the approved list, firms with innovative solutions and high-quality standards in caregiving are well-suited to compete. The bid process offers a chance for growth, allowing businesses to secure substantial ongoing engagements with Newport City Council, even though guaranteed work from the Council is not assured. This tender provides a competitive opportunity to meet public sector demands in a growing market.

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Notice Title

Approved List for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services

Notice Description

Newport City Council invites tenders for the appointment to the approved list for the provision of domiciliary care services within the geographical area of Newport. The approved list was established in 2024 and operates with the same principles of a Dynamic Purchasing System and has been opened for offers from new entrants in the market. NB: Providers who are currently appointed do not have to apply.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Providers who are interested in applying to be appointed to the established approved list for domiciliary care must be registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) to provide the service within the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) region. Providers who are not currently registered with the ABUHB region to provide the service and are successful, must do so before they are considered for any packages of care. The call off procedure for the approved list is detailed within the tender documents. If appointed, providers should note that the Newport City Council does not guarantee any work or services will be awarded to them. The approved provider list operates similar to a DPS in accordance with PCR 2015 and will continue until 22 February 2029 unless it no longer meets the requirements of Newport City Council. More detail with regards to the specification can be accessed via https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk, PQQ_33837. See VI.3) Additional Information.. Note: Whilst the original duration states 48 months from the initial commencement on 1 April 2024, as the approved list operates similar to a DPS in accordance with Light Touch Regime PCR 2015 it will continue to 22 February 2029 unless it no longer meets requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-162558
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162558
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Dynamic, Framework
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

85310000 - Social work services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£55,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20262 weeks 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
NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP20 4UR
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Allt-yr-yn
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR595564
    Approved List for the Provision of Domiciliary Care Services - Newport City Council invites tenders for the appointment to the approved list for the provision of domiciliary care services within the geographical area of Newport. The approved list was established in 2024 and operates with the same principles of a Dynamic Purchasing System and has been opened for offers from new entrants in the market. NB: Providers who are currently appointed do not have to apply.

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