Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council, in partnership with The North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, is seeking bids for the provision of a supported living service within two supported accommodation sites located in North Ayrshire. The contract, titled "Provision of a Supported Living Service within Supported Accommodation," is targeted at the general public services industry category, with specific locations at Bessie Dunlop Court, Dalry and Castlecraigs Court, Ardrossan. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 4 August 2025. The contract, worth a total of £15,296,039.20, will begin on 1 April 2026 and is structured to run for an initial period of four years, with options to extend for an additional six years, potentially lasting up to ten years in total. This tender follows the open procedure method regulated by The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 under the light-touch regime for services.

This procurement offers an excellent growth opportunity for businesses proficient in delivering high-quality care and support services. Suitable bidders would typically have experience in providing 24/7 personal and social care support, housing management, and community-based health services for adults with learning, physical, or sensory disabilities, as well as mental health difficulties. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong track record in managing personalised support plans and maintaining tenancies would be well-placed to compete. Organisations with the necessary turnover experience, evidenced by past projects of similar size or value, and a robust supply chain management framework, registered under the BS EN ISO 9001, are encouraged to participate. Community benefits, such as employment and skills training provisions, will also be integral to the successful execution of this contract, providing additional opportunities for SMEs and third-sector organisations involved in similar service domains.

Tender

Provision of a Supported Living Service within Supported Accommodation

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

3rd July 2025 00:00:00 AM

Tender Deadline

4th August 2025 12:00:00 PM 20 days remaining
Contract Summary

NAC and The North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership wish to work in partnership with providers to deliver a high-quality care and support service within two Supported Accommodation Housing sites in North Ayrshire. Both sites are owned by North Ayrshire Council. The Supported Accommodation Housing sites within the scope of this service are: - -Lot 1: Bessie Dunlop Court, Dalry (15 units: 12 x 1 bed & 3x 2 bed plus staff base) -Lot 2: Castlecraigs Court, Glasgow Street, Ardrossan (13 units: 13x1 bed plus staff base) The supported accommodation service is for adults aged 18 years and over with either a Learning Disability, Physical or Sensory Disability, or Mental Health difficulty. The service provides vulnerable people with access to on-site 24/7 personal and social care support, community health and housing support services. The scope of the service will encompass support to manage and maintain a tenancy providing personalised supports to individuals; and to achieve individual outcomes aligned to personal support plans. Support will include:- -Personal Care -Housing Support -Other practical support required to maintain their tenancy The contract will be let on The North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership Standard Terms and Conditions. The total budget for this requirement will be 15,296,039.20 GBP. The contract will be in place for a total of 10 years, initially for a 4-year period, with an option to extend by 72 months. The anticipated contract start date will be 1 April 2026. Lot 1 budget - 7,507,000.80 GBP. Lot 2 budget - 7,789,038.40 GBP. The applicable regulations will be The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Light touch regime for services.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000801740

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85300000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

laurakeane@north-ayrshire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Cunninghame House, Friars Croft

Irvine

KA12 8EE

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Provision of a Supported Living Service within Supported Accommodation

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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