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title: "Reopening the Home Care Support Framework (Flexible Framework)"
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# Reopening the Home Care Support Framework (Flexible Framework)

Buyer: BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87229e18-87ed-48bd-8bde-09002051834e

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## Summary

Bracknell Forest Borough Council has awarded contracts under the "Reopening the Home Care Support Framework (Flexible Framework)" in the social work services industry category in England, United Kingdom. The framework aims to support individuals, primarily aged 65 and over, with Home Care services which include personal care and reablement, following hospital admission. After commencing on 1st April 2022, the framework is set to expire on 30th September 2027. The recent award decision was published on 13th March 2026, with the contracts starting on 16th March 2026 and concluding by the same expiry date. The procurement process used was an open procedure, catering to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

With an estimated contract value of £250,000, businesses specialising in Home Care services without accommodation have the opportunity to expand their offerings by enrolling in this framework. This initiative welcomes CQC registered providers that are adept in delivering regulated care activities for older adults. Suppliers such as Aptine Care Services and Be Well Care Ltd, among others, have been awarded positions on the framework, showcasing that businesses focusing on personal care and support are well-suited to succeed. Participation in the framework does not guarantee service volumes, presenting flexible opportunities for growth based on increasing demand. This setting enables companies to leverage their expertise to improve quality care and benefit from the expansive network within the framework.

## Notice

The Council's Home Care Framework commenced on 1st April 2022 and will expire 30th September 2027. In line with the Framework terms and conditions, the decision was taken to reopen the Framework to new providers to meet to meet demand. The service is intended to support individuals aged 18+ who live within Bracknell Forest and meet the eligibility threshold for care and support as set out in the Care and Support (Eligibility Criteria) Regulations 2014 for the Care Act 2014. Individuals will have a range of care needs, including complex and challenging behaviours. Home Care is the provision of personal care and practical support necessary to maintain an individual's health, well-being, hygiene, and safety. The service allows people to remain in their own homes and maintain both their independence and quality of life, helping to prevent more costly solutions such as residential care. The service includes activities such as personal care and discharge to assess and supports the reablement of individuals following hospital admission. Whilst the service is available to eligible people 18+ the provision is primarily and foremost a regulated activity for people 65+, delivered by CQC registered providers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6624c324-50ab-42ba-b569-3d5ff8437651 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRACKNELL FOREST BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRACKNELL |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG12 1JD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ15 Berkshire East |
| Local authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Electoral ward | Town Centre & The Parks |
| Westminster constituency | Bracknell |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 15 |
| Supplier names | APTINE CARE SERVICES AKA APTINE; BE WELL CARE; CONNECT CARE; EXCELLENCE HEALTHCARE SERVICES; GABRIEL'S ANGELS; GOLDCREST HEALTHCARE SERVICE; HAPPY AT HOME COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES; HTR CARE AND RECRUITMENT; KCARE NURSING AGENCY; LOGOS HEART CARE; MCNAHA CARE; MKM13 SEWA LIMITED T/A WINCARE HOMECARE; NHES CARE; PEOPLE MATTER SUPPORT SERVICES; VJ CARERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6624c324-50ab-42ba-b569-3d5ff8437651

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6624c324-50ab-42ba-b569-3d5ff8437651
  13th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=83d92148-cf9e-f011-813a-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk

## Provenance

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