Planning

Short Break (Respite Care) service based in Central Aberdeenshire

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

08 May 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process, administered by Aberdeenshire Council, involves a public tender for a "Short Break (Respite Care) service" located in Central Aberdeenshire. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically aimed at providing respite care for adults with learning disabilities. The tender is in the planning stage, with key dates including a submission deadline for expressions of interest by 22 May 2025, and a contract start date of 1 July 2025, running through to 31 March 2028, with a possibility for a one-year extension. The delivery location is specified as 8 Gordon Grove, Ellon, AB41 9AS. The estimated contract value is £750,000, and it adheres to the CPV classification code 85000000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the care services sector, particularly those with experience in providing innovative and professional respite care services. Companies that possess the capacity to deliver high-quality, flexible care solutions, and can cater to individuals with learning disabilities, are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. The service requirements include assisting with personal care, health needs, nutrition, social activities, medication support, and financial management. Engaging with this contract could enable businesses to expand their offerings in the public sector care market, facilitating business growth through a stable and potentially extended agreement with Aberdeenshire Council. Interested providers are encouraged to submit a brief outline of their capacities by e-mail as specified in the notice.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Short Break (Respite Care) service based in Central Aberdeenshire

Notice Description

The estimated total contract value is based on a contract starting on 1 July 2025 and ending on 31 March 2028. There may be potential for a further years extension. The contract value may vary depending on confirmation of available funding.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeenshire Council requires the provision of a professional and innovative Short Break (Respite Care) Service for Adults with Learning Disabilities. The service is provided for both planned and unplanned and emergency breaks. The Short Break (Respite Care) service is intended to be used in situations where: The Supported Person needs a break from their usual situation. The Carer needs a break from care provision. The recipient of the service shall always be the Supported Person (a cared for person), but it is acknowledged that the Carer of the Supported Person is intended to be a beneficiary of the service. The Service Provider shall provide it's Short (Respite Care) Breaks Service to Adults with Learning Disabilities for three hundred and sixty one (361) nights per annum. The Service is not available on 25th and 26th December and 1st and 2nd January. The provision of the Respite Service may include but will not be limited to the following activities: Assistance with the personal care of the Supported Person Awareness of and assisting with the Supported Persons' health needs Provision of meals and snacks that are appropriate to any health needs and are nutritious Support to engage in social activities Support with medication Dealing with shopping and money

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000798341
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529920
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
vcraigwood@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467539600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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