--- title: "Background Care and Support within Supported Living Services on the Isle of Wight for Adults with a Learning Disability" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-09" --- # Background Care and Support within Supported Living Services on the Isle of Wight for Adults with a Learning Disability Buyer: ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04fdb4.json) ## Summary The Isle of Wight Council awarded a contract for "Background Care and Support within Supported Living Services on the Isle of Wight for Adults with a Learning Disability," as part of a transformation programme aimed at enhancing supported living services on the island. The procurement process, classified under health and social work services, was conducted through an open procedure, signifying transparency and the opportunity for wide participation. The contract, valued at £16,170,000 excluding VAT, commenced on 15th September 2025 and is set to end by 14th September 2029, with an optional extension of up to 24 months. The procurement, tagged as light touch, falls under the public authority sub-central government category, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks to create a robust supported living environment that maximises independence and quality of life for users. This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs involved in health and social services sectors, particularly those specialising in supported living and care provision. Businesses that are dynamic, innovative, and capable of delivering tailored support could benefit by participating in the competitive landscape of this transformation programme. The programme's nature demands suppliers who can collaborate effectively with the Isle of Wight Council to reconfigure service delivery, demonstrating a commitment to improving life outcomes for adults with learning disabilities. Engaging in such contracts not only offers business growth through substantial service delivery but also reinforces a company’s standing and credibility within the public sector, making it an attractive proposition for small and medium enterprises that seek to broaden their portfolio and impact. ## Notice The Authority invited response to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from suitably qualified suppliers ("Suppliers") for the provision of Background Care and Support Within Supported Living Services on the Isle of Wight for Adults with a Learning Disability. The Authority requires the supplier to provide individuals with the opportunity to thrive in the shared accommodation, with tailored care and support to meet their unique needs. The goal is to promote independence, enhance quality of life, and ensure safety while respecting individual autonomy. The vision of the Authority's commissioning strategy is for all people with a learning disability living on the Island to lead fulfilling lives. The Authority are looking for a dynamic and innovative supplier to work collaboratively to transform our supported living service. This opportunity is part of an exciting transformation programme which will significantly reconfigure the way support is delivered and see a residential home move to offer a supported living opportunity. The Authority requires the supplier to provide individuals with the opportunity to thrive in shared accommodation, with tailored care and support to meet their unique needs. The goal is to promote independence, enhance quality of life, and ensure safety while respecting individual autonomy. The annual budget for this Tender is PS2,695,000.00 (exc. VAT). The contract period is from 15th August 2025 until 14th August 2029 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months at the sole discretion of the Authority. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract period is from 23rd August 2025 until 31st August 2029 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months at the sole discretion of the Authority. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002051-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 6 Aug 2025 | | Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £16,170,000 | | Lots value | £16,170,000 | | Awards value | £16,170,000 | | Contracts value | £16,170,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active, Pending | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWPORT | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO30 1UD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ34 Isle of Wight | | Local authority | Isle of Wight | | Electoral ward | Newport Central | | Westminster constituency | Isle of Wight West | | Delivery location | TLJ34 Isle of Wight | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | NEWCROSS HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS; PBS4 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 9 Jan 2026 at 16:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002051-2026 - 15 Aug 2025 at 15:16 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049259-2025 - 8 Aug 2025 at 09:39 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047174-2025 - 8 May 2025 at 15:32 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019850-2025 - 17 Apr 2025 at 14:45 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016012-2025 - 10 Apr 2025 at 13:22 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014322-2025 - 4 Apr 2025 at 17:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013243-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002051-2026 9th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049259-2025 15th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047174-2025 8th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019850-2025 8th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016012-2025 17th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014322-2025 10th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013243-2025 4th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.accessforcare.co.uk - http://www.bluebirdcare.co.uk/isle-of-wight - https://ndhcare.co.uk/ - https://pbs4.org.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.newcrosshealthcare.com - https://www.procontract.due-north.com - https://www.procontract.due-north.comPleasesearchforDN768631 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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