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title: "Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework"
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# Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework

Buyer: CUMBERLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1ddf321-ded0-4277-a66a-f7ffd2b43c12

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Cumberland Council focuses on the provision of care and support in extra care housing schemes. This initiative, titled "Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework," falls under the category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000). The services will be operational across various regions of the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London, among others. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the initial tender period closed on 26 June 2024. The contract is set for an initial term of four years, commencing on 1 August 2024, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions, potentially ending on 31 July 2030. The estimated maximum value of the contract is £12,800,000, excluding VAT, subject to current support requirements and potential extensions.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in health and social care services. The framework is supportive of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), aligning with the suitability requirements of the council. With the estimated value of this contract being substantial, businesses that can deliver flexible, responsive, and comprehensive care solutions could benefit significantly through partnership with Cumberland Council. The tender's scope, spanning multiple regions across England, allows for broad operational outreach, proving particularly advantageous for businesses aiming to expand their geographical footprint and client base in the public sector. The successful award to multiple suppliers such as Baldev Skills Resources and Creative Support further demonstrates the collaborative approach and potential for network expansion.

## Notice

Cumberland Council has various sized Extra Care Housing schemes within its area. The extra care schemes are made up of self-contained units which comprise of a lounge, kitchen, bathroom and 1 or 2 bedrooms. Each scheme will have a communal area such as a lounge, cafe, or activity room. Extra Care Housing Schemes provide an onsite care team 24/7 to ensure the care and support for people residing within the schemes in Cumberland can meet planned and unplanned assessed care needs to enable people to live as independently as possible. The care and support needs to be flexible, responsive, and able to provide non-scheduled support to people as required. Refer to the service specification at schedule 2 for further details.\r \r The council proposes to enter into the framework agreement for an initial period of FOUR years with the successful tenderers.\r \r There are TWO optional extensions of up tp 12 months each. These optional extensions are at the complete discretion of the council. If these optional extensions are used, the framework will end on 31st July 2030.\r \r The estimated total value of the Framework for the initial term is PS7,700,000 excluding VAT.\r The estimated maximum value of the Framework for the four year initial term, plus the two optional 12 month extensions based on current support requirements is PS12,800,000 excluding VAT. \r \r Extension and uplift amounts are indicative only and the council does not guarantee these at this stage. Any extensions / uplifts will be confirmed with successful providers. \r \r For further details and to access the tender documents, including the service specification, please use our online procurement portal - The Chest (https://www.the-chest.org.uk). Registration on The Chest is free. \r \r All bids must be received electronically via The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r Any clarifications you have about the tender must be sent via messaging on The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c486f2e1-a07a-4941-ab06-167c5611894e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,800,000 |
| 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 | CUMBERLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 26 |
| Supplier names | BALDEV SKILLS RESOURCES; BELLCARE DOMICILIARY CARE SERVICES; BES CARE; BLUE OCEAN SERVICES; CAREVILLE; CERA CARE OPERATIONS; CF RECRUITMENT AGENCY; CITY SUPPORT; CREATIVE SUPPORT; CSG HEALTHCARE; ENERST CARE; EVERKIND YORKSHIRE; HOLISTIC CARE 4U; ICARE; LIVINGWAYS CARE SERVICES; LONDOON CARE SUPPORT SERVICES; LOTUS HOME CARE; MY VERSATILE HEALTH; NASYA HEALTH; RAFAH; ROAD LIFE HEALTH CARE; SAMARY CARE; SEED HEALTHCARE; THE RIVERSIDE GROUP; TURNING POINT SERVICES; YANI CARE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 09:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c486f2e1-a07a-4941-ab06-167c5611894e
- 9 Oct 2024 at 11:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46510efb-a387-4eb9-80c2-2e7a4d6f8d0d
- 29 May 2024 at 08:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bf6290f-c94c-4762-9e7a-600ed0c6e436

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c486f2e1-a07a-4941-ab06-167c5611894e
  3rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46510efb-a387-4eb9-80c2-2e7a4d6f8d0d
  9th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bf6290f-c94c-4762-9e7a-600ed0c6e436
  29th May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk

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