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title: "RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM (WEST)"
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# RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM (WEST)

Buyer: CUMBERLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e52e

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## Summary

Cumberland Council has completed the procurement process to deliver Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism in West Cumbria. This procurement falls under the Health and Social Work Services industry category, with a specific focus on providing support to individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract was awarded to West Cumbria Care and Support, trading as West House, with a contract value of £1,096,666 GBP, effective from 31st May 2025 with an optional extension until 31st August 2027.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those with expertise in providing tailored support for individuals with disabilities and autism. Such businesses can enhance their profiles and expand their market presence in the Cumbria region. The contract's focus on social value and quality, alongside price considerations, suggests that businesses committed to delivering high-quality and community-focused services stand a competitive chance of securing similar opportunities in future procurement rounds.

## Notice

Cumberland Council have sourced a provider to deliver Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, located in West Cumbria.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Cumberland Council have sourced a provider to deliver a Residential Short Breaks for Adults with a Learning Disability and/or Autism (West). Cumberland Council are committed to transforming local services for people with a learning disability and/or who are autistic, to ensure that individuals are supported to lead full and rewarding lives in the community. Short breaks can have a significant positive impact on someone's independence and choice by providing support to enable them to continue living in their own homes and to give carers a break from their caring responsibilities.

Renewal: The council proposes to enter into the contract for an initial period of 15 months with the successful Tenderer (Provider). The initial term is for 15 months from the 31st May 2025 to 31 August 2026. There is one optional extension of up to 12 months. Use of this optional extension is at the absolute discretion of the Council. If the optional extension is used, the contract will end on 31st August 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032870-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 May 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,096,666 |
| Lots value | £1,096,666 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,096,666 |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLD1 Cumbria |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WEST CUMBRIA CARE AND SUPPORT T/A WEST HOUSE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2025 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032870-2025
- 20 Feb 2025 at 14:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006294-2025

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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