Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process that aims to establish a framework agreement for the provision of Support at Home Services in Aberdeenshire. This tender falls under the general public services category and is set to support individuals aged 16 and over, with varying needs, to live independently. The contracting process is focused on creating flexible and outcome-oriented services for personal care, support, and housing assistance. The delivery will primarily take place in various settings within Aberdeenshire, including single occupancy homes and shared accommodations. Key dates include the future notice date scheduled for 26th September 2025, which will provide further information about the tendering process. The estimated contract value is £198,314,000, distributed over four years.

This tender offers substantial business opportunities for enterprises specialising in social care services, particularly those equipped to provide personal and housing support within flexible contractual frameworks. Organisations experienced in delivering community-focused and socially inclusive services could greatly benefit from this procurement opportunity. The nature of the services required makes it ideal for service providers who can operate in dispersed, shared, and multi-occupational settings with a strong emphasis on co-produced contractual outcomes. Businesses aiming to enhance their footprint in the UK, especially within the Aberdeenshire region, would find this to be an excellent prospect to pursue, leveraging their expertise in social care solutions.

Planning

2025 Social Care - Framework agreement for the provision of Support at Home Services in Aberdeenshire

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

10th July 2025 00:00:00 AM
Contract Summary

Aberdeenshire Council requires the provision of Support at Home Services for people who meet eligibility criteria aged 16 years and over with a range of needs, who require assistance through support to live independently and to develop, regain or retain their daily living skills, through provision of personal care, personal support and/or housing support, providing the right care and support in the right place. Accommodation-based services will be provided to adults with substantial and critical levels of need linked to eligibility criteria that are principal householders in tenancies in a range of settings that include dispersed single occupancy properties; shared tenancies; houses of multiple occupation; and core and cluster, project-based and extra-care model resources. Services will be commissioned under flexible and responsive, co-produced contractual arrangements that are outcome focused. The outcomes should be meaningful and measurable and help in the maintenance or development of skills and independence and promote community connections and social inclusion.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000804013

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85300000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Sean Watson

Buyer Email

sean.watson@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1467539600

Buyer Address

Woodhill House, Westburn Road

Aberdeen

AB16 5GB

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2025 Social Care - Framework agreement for the provision of Support at Home Services in Aberdeenshire

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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