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title: "Reopening of Care at Home for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Ill Health - Flexible Framework (February 2026)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049b69"
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buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-12"
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# Reopening of Care at Home for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Ill Health - Flexible Framework (February 2026)

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049b69

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## Summary

The current procurement from East Ayrshire Council involves the reopening of a framework for the provision of 'Care at Home' services for adults with learning disabilities and mental ill health. Titled "Reopening of Care at Home for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Ill Health - Flexible Framework (February 2026)," this initiative falls under the social work and related services category. The procurement process is at the tender stage with key deadlines including expressions of interest by noon on 13th March 2026 and final submissions by noon on 16th March 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions. The project is located in East Ayrshire, UKM93, with services to be delivered electronically where applicable, further enhancing efficiency.

This tender provides business growth opportunities for service providers within the social services sector, especially those capable of delivering specialised care solutions. Given the flexible framework, new entrants can join at any time, facilitating expansion potential for organisations not currently involved. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have the chance to participate and contribute innovative care approaches, enhancing their service portfolios and market presence. Providers with experience in social work, specifically tailored care for adults with disabilities, will find this an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a regional authority and align with government procurement strategies focusing on community benefits.

## Notice

Care at Home service for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Ill Health - Flexible Framework (Reopening - February 2026) NOTE: Service Providers currently included in the Framework which commenced in April 2025 do not need to re-apply.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

In accordance with the terms for the Council's Flexible Framework for Care at Home for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Mental Ill Health, it is now being re-opened for new Service Providers to be included under the same terms as the original tender exercise. SERVICE PROVIDERS CURRENTLY INCLUDED IN THE FRAMEWORK DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY Note that the initial 3 year term of the Framework commenced on 1 April 2025, therefore the end of the initial term of the contract will end on 31 March 2028 for all Service Providers in the Framework. ORIGINAL CONTRACT NOTICE TEXT: The Framework Agreement is for the provision of Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities/Mental Ill Health in accordance with agreed Support Plans under Option 3 of Self Directed Support to meet the required service outcomes. The Flexible Framework will be for a period of 3 years with a further 2 one year extension options. The Framework Agreement will be flexible to allow new entrants to join; the Council reserves the right to open up the Flexible Framework for new Service Providers at any time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013139-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £36,500,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | CARE1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES; DELIGHT SUPPORTED LIVING; ENABLE SCOTLAND (LEADING THE WAY; HANSEL ALLIANCE; KEY HOUSING ASSOCIATION; PARTNERS FOR INCLUSION; QUARRIERS; THE RICHMOND FELLOWSHIP SCOTLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 16:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013139-2026
- 27 Mar 2025 at 15:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011601-2025
- 17 Sep 2024 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029654-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000775376
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819441
- https://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/policy/ProcurementReform/implementEUDirProcRef
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00223
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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