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title: "Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living Services in Staffordshire"
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# Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living Services in Staffordshire

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041a0c

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## Summary

The Staffordshire County Council has initiated a tender for a Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living Services. The procurement covers four lots tailored for individuals with different needs such as Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Physical Disabilities. The Framework is structured to facilitate individual and group Call-Off Contracts and will be open for an initial period of five years with the possibility of extension up to a total of eight years. The tender period ended on 8th January 2024.

This tender opportunity offers businesses in the Health and Social Work Services industry a chance to provide crucial support services to vulnerable individuals in Staffordshire. Companies with experience in delivering specific types of care can compete for contracts under different lots tailored to specific care needs. Staffordshire County Council aims to establish long-term relationships with service providers who can meet the quality criteria outlined in the tender documents. The Council is committed to supporting independent living within the community through this procurement process.

## Notice

The procurement is for a Flexible Framework Agreement for the Provision of Supported Living Services ("the Framework"). The Framework is divided into four (4) Lots, with Lots 2 to 4 being sub-divided into A and B. The Council will be awarding Call-Off Contracts for the provision of supported living services to both a single individual, an "Individual Call-Off Contract", and groups of individuals who all reside in the same premises, a "Block Call-Off Contract". These are described fully in the Specification at Schedule 1 to the Framework. Call-Off Contracts will be awarded by both Direct Award and a Mini-Competition process as detailed in the ITT Procurement Pack and the Framework terms. Supported Living Services support individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, Autism and/or mental health conditions to live independently in the community. The Services covered by this procurement are limited to those required to meet the individual's assessed eligible needs under the Care Act 2014 and are funded by the Authority. Housing or other services that the individual receives are NOT covered. This procurement does not relate to the placement of individuals into their supported living accommodation. The Authority is utilising the flexibility provided by the 'Light Touch Regime' in section 7 (Social and Other Specific Services) of Chapter 3 (Regulations 74 to 76) of the Public Contracts Regulations ("PCR") 2015 to undertake a bespoke procurement process that adopts elements of the Open Procedure. This "flexibility" is being utilised to establish the Framework for an initial period of five (5) years, commencing on 9th September 2024 ("Framework Term"). Thereafter the Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Term in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a further three (3) years, providing a total possible Framework Term of eight (8) years, ending on 8th September 2032. In addition, the Authority may exercise its flexibility to 'open' the Framework for Providers to submit Tenders to join the Framework during the Framework Term. The reopening of the Framework will be at the Authority's reasonable discretion, for example, if the Authority needs to increase the capacity or respond to emerging needs. Any reopening of the Framework will be subject to the same Award Criteria and same process as outlined in the ITT Procurement Pack. Any Provider whose Tender for appointment to the Framework has previously been unsuccessful, is permitted to submit a new Tender at any time the Framework is reopened.

### Lot Information

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Mental Health within the administrative boundary of Staffordshire County Council

Lot 1: Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Mental Health within the administrative boundary of Staffordshire County Council which shall exclude the administrative boundary of Stoke-on-Trent City Council. Estimated Total Framework value for Lot 1 is PS15,082,247. 00 To be appointed to Lot 1 of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; *Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 1; and * Have at least twelve (12) months' experience in delivery of Mental Health Services. There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability and/or Autism in North Staffordshire

2A.Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability and/or Autism in North Staffordshire within the administrative boundaries of Staffordshire Moorlands Borough Council and Newcastle-Under-Lyme Borough Council. Estimated Total Framework Agreement value for Lot 2A is PS90,803,342.00 To be appointed to Lot 2A of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and *Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 2A There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for North Staffordshire for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury

Lot 2B. Supported Living Services for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury in North Staffordshire within the administrative boundaries of Staffordshire Moorlands Borough Council and Newcastle-Under-Lyme Borough Council. Estimated Total Agreement value for Lot 2B is PS1,550,000.00 To be appointed to Lot 2B of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and * Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 2B There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability and/or Autism in Southeast Staffordshire

Lot 3A. Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability and/or Autism in Southeast Staffordshire within administrative boundaries of Lichfield District Council, East Staffordshire Borough Council and Tamworth Borough Council. Estimated Total Agreement value for Lot 3A is PS22,298,570.00 To be appointed to Lot 3A of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and *Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 3A. There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury in Southeast Staffordshire

Lot 3B. Supported Living Services for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury in Southeast Staffordshire within administrative boundaries of Lichfield District Council, East Staffordshire Borough Council and Tamworth Borough Council. Estimated Total Agreement value for Lot 3B is PS1,550,000.00 To be appointed to Lot 3B of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and *Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 3B. There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability and/or Autism in Southwest Staffordshire

Lot 4A. Supported Living Services for Individuals with a primary need of Learning Disability & Autism in Southwest Staffordshire within the administrative boundaries of South Staffordshire District Council, Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase Borough Council. Estimated Total Agreement value for Lot 4A is PS87,214,056.00 To be appointed to Lot 4A of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and * Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 4A. There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Supported Living Services for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury in Southwest Staffordshire

Lot 4B.Supported Living Services for Individuals with a Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment and/or an Acquired Brain Injury in Southwest Staffordshire within the administrative boundaries of South Staffordshire District Council, Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase Borough Council. Estimated Total Agreement value for Lot 4B is PS1,458,726.00 To be appointed to Lot 4B of the Framework, Providers must: *"Pass" all of the Pass/Fail questions in the ITT Questionnaire; and *Achieve a total quality score of at least fifty percent (50%) for Lot 4B. There is no restriction on the number of Providers to be appointed to each Lot. Providers shall be aware that if they express an interest in more than one Lot, their successful appointment to one Lot will not automatically result in their appointment to the other Lots for which they expressed an interest. Each Lot will be evaluated separately using the criteria as set out in the ITT Procurement Pack. Providers are required to express their interest using the table in the ITT Questionnaire to identify the Lots that they wish to be considered for.

Options: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

Renewal: The Framework will commence on 9th September 2024 and is anticipated to continue until 8th September 2029. The Framework has provision for extension in such period or periods as the Council deems appropriate up to a maximum period of three (3) years to 8th September 2032. In the event the Framework is extended, the extension shall be on the same Terms and Conditions as applied during the initial term of the Framework. Call-Off Contracts awarded pursuant to the Framework may continue beyond the expiration or earlier termination of the Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003872-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2024 - 8 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | The Authority may exercise its flexibility to 'open' the Framework for Providers to submit Tenders to join the Framework during the Framework Term. The reopening will be at the Authority's reasonable discretion. A new Contract Notice will be published prior to any reopening. For any reopening Tenders will be evaluated on the same basis as those submitted during the initial procurement. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £241,952,635 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STAFFORD |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST16 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Stafford |
| Electoral ward | Forebridge |
| Westminster constituency | Stafford |
| Delivery location | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2024 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003872-2024
- 15 Nov 2023 at 14:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033783-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.staffordshire.gov.uk
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login

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