Provision of home and community-based care and support services under SDS Option 3 (2027 Angus Framework)

ANGUS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Angus Council is planning a procurement exercise under the SDS Option 3 framework for the provision of home and community-based care and support services in Angus. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with key dates including a deadline for noting interest on 10 July 2026 and the invitation to tender open from 27 July 2026. This new framework is set to commence on 1 April 2027 and is classified under the services category, with an estimated value of £248,358,000. The contract is intended to last for nine years, including extensions, and will be managed by Angus Council in partnership with the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership. The location for service delivery will be various regions within Angus, UKM71.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the Care at Home sector, offering the chance to secure long-term contracts in regional health and social care. Companies with expertise in adult and older people's services, including those for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health issues, and physical disabilities, would be well-suited to compete due to the person-centred, outcome-focused nature demanded by Self-Directed Support legislation. Given the extensive scope and duration of the framework, both established providers and new entrants in the sector can explore various Lots for specific demographic and geographic areas, facilitating business growth and increased service provision in Angus.

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Notice Title

Provision of home and community-based care and support services under SDS Option 3 (2027 Angus Framework)

Notice Description

Angus Council and the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have reviewed their current Framework for the provision of personal care, support and care and housing support (including home-based respite services) under SDS Option 3 within the homes of supported people in Angus. This notice is to flag up the forthcoming procurement exercise to establish a new framework, commencing 01 April 2027. This is an opportunity for providers in the Care at Home sector to tender for various Lots within the new framework. This Prior Information Notice is sent out in advance of the Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender for care and support services which will follow on 27 July 2026 or thereafter. Interested Parties should note interest in this project through this notice on PCS no later than 12 noon on 10 July 2026. The Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender will be open to all tenderers on this website on 27 July 2026 or thereafter. The new Framework will run for four years with options to extend for a further three years and then a further two years. The estimated values in this notice are based on the Framework running for a total of nine years.

Lot Information

Adult Services under 65 - Adult LD, Adult Mental Health and Substance Misuse and Adult PD North

Adults aged 16 and over who have a diagnosed learning disability and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Adults aged 16 and over who have mental health and/or substance misuse issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly housing support, support and care but with some personal care requirements as necessary. Adults aged 16 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Adult Services under 65 - Adult LD, Adult Mental Health and Substance Misuse and Adult PD South

Adults aged 16 and over who have a diagnosed learning disability and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Adults aged 16 and over who have mental health and/or substance misuse issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly housing support, support and care but with some personal care requirements as necessary. Adults aged 16 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Adult Learning Disabilities Complex Needs (incl Adult Autism)

This relates to Adult service users aged 16 - 64 who present with significant challenging behaviour and/or complex autism. This support requires well experienced staff who are appropriately trained and skilled in managing individuals with very complex needs within their home and the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Older People and Mental Health 65+ (Incl Adult PD) NW

Adults aged 65 and over who have age related frailty and may have diagnosed mental health issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly personal care, support and care but with some housing support requirements as necessary. Adults aged 65 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Older People and Mental Health 65+ (Incl Adult PD under and over 65) NW Rural

Adults aged 65 and over who have age related frailty and may have diagnosed mental health issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly personal care, support and care but with some housing support requirements as necessary. Adults aged under 65 and over 65 who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Older People and Mental Health 65+ (Incl Adult PD) NE

Adults aged 65 and over who have age related frailty and may have diagnosed mental health issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly personal care, support and care but with some housing support requirements as necessary. Adults aged 65 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Older People and Mental Health 65+ (incl Adult PD) SW

Adults aged 65 and over who have age related frailty and may have diagnosed mental health issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly personal care, support and care but with some housing support requirements as necessary. Adults aged 65 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community.. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Older People and Mental Health 65+ (Incl Adult PD) SE

Adults aged 65 and over who have age related frailty and may have diagnosed mental health issues and who require support with a variety of needs within their home and in the community. Mostly personal care, support and care but with some housing support requirements as necessary. Adults aged 65 and over who have a physical disability or acquired brain injury and who require support with personal care and/or non-personal care within their home and in the community. The aim of the service is to provide person-centred, outcome-focused care and support to Angus residents, in line with Self-Directed Support legislation and complemented by a comprehensive, predefined pricing model.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834846
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558277
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
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

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£248,358,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jul 20262 months to go
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGUS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Angus
Electoral Ward
Forfar and District
Westminster Constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558277
    Provision of home and community-based care and support services under SDS Option 3 (2027 Angus Framework) - Angus Council and the Angus Health and Social Care Partnership have reviewed their current Framework for the provision of personal care, support and care and housing support (including home-based respite services) under SDS Option 3 within the homes of supported people in Angus. This notice is to flag up the forthcoming procurement exercise to establish a new framework, commencing 01 April 2027. This is an opportunity for providers in the Care at Home sector to tender for various Lots within the new framework. This Prior Information Notice is sent out in advance of the Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender for care and support services which will follow on 27 July 2026 or thereafter. Interested Parties should note interest in this project through this notice on PCS no later than 12 noon on 10 July 2026. The Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender will be open to all tenderers on this website on 27 July 2026 or thereafter. The new Framework will run for four years with options to extend for a further three years and then a further two years. The estimated values in this notice are based on the Framework running for a total of nine years.

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