--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite Services for Adults with Complex Needs" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-20" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite Services for Adults with Complex Needs Buyer: WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-710de362-edb5-4c10-8729-70f860fe3834.json) ## Summary Warrington Borough Council is actively seeking providers for its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) focused on Specialist Residential and Respite Services for adults with complex needs. This procurement process, under the social work services industry category, encompasses care for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical disabilities, and challenging behaviours. The DPS, valued at around £65 million, spans from 1st March 2025 to 23rd February 2029 without extension. The Council invites applications for four specific Lots, covering both in and outside Warrington for long-term and short-term care. The tender is in the active stage, with key deadlines including the tender period end on 1st April 2025, and the contract commencing on 11th April 2025. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in personalised, high-quality care services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply given its compatibility. The segmenting into Lots allows businesses to align their expertise with specific service needs and engage in mini-competitions to secure contracts. Businesses equipped to deliver person-centred care, adhering to relevant acts and safeguarding legislation, will find this DPS valuable for growth and fostering collaborative efforts with families and health professionals, ensuring compliance and quality in service provision. ## Notice Warrington Borough Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to procure Specialist Residential and Respite Services for adults aged 18-64 with complex needs. The DPS will provide a flexible and compliant route to secure high-quality placements and support services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical disabilities, and/or challenging behaviours. The DPS will run from 1st March 2025 to 23rd February 2029, with no extensions beyond this date due to legal requirements under the Procurement Act 2023. The estimated total value is PS65 million over the DPS term, though this is indicative and not guaranteed. The DPS is divided into four Lots to match provider capabilities with service requirements: Lot 1: Specialist Residential Care - In Warrington (long-term care) Lot 2: Specialist Residential Care - Outside Warrington (long-term care) Lot 3: Residential Respite - In Warrington (short-term/emergency care) Lot 4: Residential Respite - Outside Warrington (short-term/emergency care) Providers can apply for one or more Lots, and new providers can join the DPS at any time. Providers already on the DPS can apply to additional Lots or withdraw from Lots as needed. Care placements will be awarded through mini-competitions issued to providers within the relevant Lot, with contracts awarded based on quality and price. Services will support individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting dignity, choice, and well-being. Key expectations include: Delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. Adherence to the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Safeguarding Adults legislation. Compliance with CQC requirements (where applicable). Safe, appropriate environments supporting individuals' well-being. Providers will work collaboratively with families, health, and social care professionals to meet individual needs. Interested providers must register on The Chest (www.the-chest.org.uk) to access the full Invitation to Participate (ITP) and submit their application. Applications can be submitted at any time during the DPS term. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda1f213-3f26-45ca-aa99-7ca450a48fd6 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Apr 2025 - 23 Feb 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,387,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA1 2NT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Bewsey and Whitecross | | Westminster constituency | Warrington South | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85310000 - Social work services ## Release History - 20 Feb 2025 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda1f213-3f26-45ca-aa99-7ca450a48fd6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bda1f213-3f26-45ca-aa99-7ca450a48fd6 20th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=5edf39ae-d5ee-ef11-8134-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 Link to Documents and tender opportunity ## Notice URLs - http://www.warrington.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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