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Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council has initiated a procurement process for the "Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults," specifically targeting new entrants. This initiative, located in the UKM81 region, primarily covers general public services and social protection. The process is currently in the tender stage, and it utilises an open procedure method under the flexible framework agreement. This agreement, established under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, allows participation throughout the open period, with the tender closing on 5th October 2032. The framework is valued at an estimated £25 million over five years, with potential extensions up to April 2033. The services will be delivered within West Dunbartonshire, with the council acting on behalf of the West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for providers within the healthcare and social services sector, particularly those experienced in delivering self-directed support services. Businesses with a robust background in personal and housing support are well-positioned to benefit. The requirement for qualified and registered providers ensures a standard of quality, while the open framework allows for continuous entry, providing sustained business avenues. With a substantial financial turnover requirement and comprehensive insurance levels, entities capable of meeting these financial and compliance standards can leverage the contract for economic growth and community engagement through included social benefits.

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Notice Title

Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults - NEW ENTRANTS

Notice Description

This Contract Notice confirms that the Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults has now been established in accordance with Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (further referred to as 'the Flexible Framework Agreement'). This Flexible Framework Agreement was established for the provision of Care at Home Services which will be delivered to Supported Persons residing within West Dunbartonshire and who are clients of the Council acting on behalf of West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). The Flexible Framework Agreement will remain open to allow new Providers ("New Entrants") to participate throughout the Open Period. Further information about New Entrant applications is set out in Section VI.3, Additional Information. The value provided in II.1.5 is an ESTIMATE only for the total period of the Flexible Framework of 5 years, with an option to extend a further 2 years which will be 5 April 2033.

Lot Information

Clydebank and surrounding areas

West Dunbartonshire Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, experienced and registered Providers onto an open and flexible Care at Home Framework for Adults. The Services required under the terms of this Flexible Framework are those which fall under Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013 (SDS) Options 2 and 3. The Service shall be delivered in a range of ways including providing personal care, personal support and housing support within Supported Persons own homes, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, each day per year.

Dumbarton, Vale of Leven and surrounding areas

West Dunbartonshire Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, experienced and registered Providers onto an open and flexible Care at Home Framework for Adults. The Services required under the terms of this Flexible Framework are those which fall under Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013 (SDS) Options 2 and 3. The Service shall be delivered in a range of ways including providing personal care, personal support and housing support within Supported Persons own homes, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, each day per year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833164
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558049
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

70 - Real estate services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33180000 - Functional support

70333000 - Housing services

85310000 - Social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 20327 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
West Dunbartonshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUMBARTON
Postcode
G82 1QL
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
West Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Dumbarton
Westminster Constituency
West Dunbartonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558049
    Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults - NEW ENTRANTS - This Contract Notice confirms that the Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults has now been established in accordance with Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (further referred to as 'the Flexible Framework Agreement'). This Flexible Framework Agreement was established for the provision of Care at Home Services which will be delivered to Supported Persons residing within West Dunbartonshire and who are clients of the Council acting on behalf of West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). The Flexible Framework Agreement will remain open to allow new Providers ("New Entrants") to participate throughout the Open Period. Further information about New Entrant applications is set out in Section VI.3, Additional Information. The value provided in II.1.5 is an ESTIMATE only for the total period of the Flexible Framework of 5 years, with an option to extend a further 2 years which will be 5 April 2033.

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