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title: "Bath and North East Somerset ASC Carers & Family Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05002b"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# Bath and North East Somerset ASC Carers & Family Support

Buyer: Missing  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05002b

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## Summary

Bath & North East Somerset Council is initiating a procurement process for Carers & Family Support services under the title "Bath and North East Somerset ASC Carers & Family Support". This planned procurement, categorised under social work services (CPV code 85310000), targets the UKK12 region. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with the contract set to commence on 1 January 2026. Key dates include a submission deadline on 25 June 2025 and a possible award notification by 15 October 2025. The estimated contract value is £3.3 million over a span of seven years, with potential renewal for an additional two years. An online supplier event is scheduled for 24 April 2025 to provide further details and address queries.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in community support services, particularly those with experience in carer support, respite services, and peer support networks. Businesses that can offer a robust local presence, multi-agency collaboration, and have a minimum of two years' experience in similar services are well-suited to compete. The procurement approach follows an open procedure, emphasising social value with at least a 10% weighting on carer advocacy and community networks. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, and the contract's scope may adjust based on feedback, providing a dynamic and adaptive opportunity for growth within the sector.

## Notice

Bath and North East Somerset Council is alerting the market to an upcoming tender for Community Support Services: Adult Carers Support, previously under a prime provider model since 2017, to improve outcomes for Carers and individuals they look after, prevent health inequalities, and prevent, delay or reduce statutory care needs. This Planned Procurement Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity for Carers & Family Support services. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied. Services Covered: Carer Advisory Service (guidance and support for Carers) Respite for carers Carer Peer Support Network (community-based carer connections). Adult carer support providing information and advice, respite, and a carer peer support network. The service will be provided in person and online at easily accessible locations in Bath and North East Somerset. * Scope, specifications and value may adjust based on feedback This Planned Procurement Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity for Carers & Family Support services. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied. Estimated Contract Value: PS3.3m over 7 years*. *VAT may apply depending on the provider's status Procurement approach: standalone Open Tender with services starting 1 January 2026. Social value (min 10% weighting) focuses on carer advocacy, lived experience, and community networks. Mandatory requirements may include but are not limited to 2 years' experience or equivalent, local presence and multi-agency collaboration. An online supplier event on Thursday, 24 April 2025 will provide details and answer queries. Register via Proactis (https://procontract.due-north.com) for event access. Post-event feedback is welcome; event Q&A will not inform submissions unless published on Proactis. Submit formal queries post-event via the portal for official responses. The session will be recorded and available for non-attendees.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014130-2025 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | 7 May 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,300,000 |
| Lots value | £3,300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | Missing |
| Additional buyers | BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | KEYNSHAM |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85310000 - Social work services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2025 at 22:08 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014130-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014130-2025
  9th April 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bathnes.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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