--- title: "Residential and Nursing Care Home Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-17" --- # Residential and Nursing Care Home Services Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0516d2.json) ## Summary Staffordshire County Council is undertaking a procurement process titled "Residential and Nursing Care Home Services," which focuses on establishing a framework of providers to deliver services for adults aged 65 and over, including those with dementia. The procurement falls under the health and social work services category and is located within the UKG24 region of the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the process follows an open procedure method with the tender period concluding on 17 April 2026. The contract commencement is planned for 1 September 2026, lasting until 31 August 2030, with the potential for extension up to August 2034. The awarding organisation seeks to encourage SMEs and VCSEs to participate, corresponding with key dates in the enquiry period ending on 13 April 2026, and an award notification expected by 3 July 2026. It covers a total gross estimated budget of £1,878,093,963.60. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for business growth among companies specialising in health and social care services, particularly those registered with the Care Quality Commission and capable of delivering residential and nursing care for older adults. The framework is divided into multiple lots catering to residential care and specific needs, including dementia care, offering a comprehensive range of service provision. Businesses meeting the requirements and capable of adapting to changing needs or providing alternative placements may find significant benefits in competing for placement in this framework. With the emphasis on value for money and maximising public benefit, this procurement process offers a lucrative prospect for qualified providers to secure long-term contracts with a reputable local authority through an organised framework and mini-competition process. ## Notice The procurement will be to establish a framework of providers for the delivery of residential and nursing care home services for adults aged 65 and over who have been assessed by the Council as having needs for care and support under the Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983. The Framework is primarily aimed at individuals whose ordinary residence is within Staffordshire (which excludes Stoke on Trent). However, all Placement's will be made based on individual assessed needs, aligned to appropriate legislation, and will be within a reasonable distance, usually up to twenty (20) miles from the Resident's usual place of residence, as detailed in the Council's Choice Policy, unless the Resident chooses a care home outside the 20-mile radius. Where there are no Placements within a reasonable distance that can meet the Resident's assessed needs, the Council will consider locations outside of the reasonable distance. Schedule 1 (the Specification) of the Framework Agreement sets out the minimum requirements a Service Provider must follow when delivering Services to Residents whose needs fall under the designated Lots of: * Lot 1 - Residential for Older People * Lot 2 - Residential for Older People with Dementia * Lot 6 - Nursing for Older People * Lot 7 - Nursing for Older People with Dementia The Service Provider must be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to deliver residential and/or nursing care for Residents aged 65 and over. The Service Provider must also hold registrations for other care category specialisms to meet both primary and secondary needs of Residents, making this clear in their statement of purpose. If a Resident has multiple care needs, their primary need decides the Lot they are placed under. Needs may change over time, so the Council expects the Service Provider to be flexible either by meeting changing needs or ensuring a smooth transfer to another service provider if needed. The Service Provider must accept referrals for all types of Care Home stays which include: * Long Stay: A placement within a residential or nursing care Home where the intention is that the Placement shall be the Resident's permanent residence. * Temporary Stay: An individual who needs to stay in a residential or nursing care home for (i) a limited period where there is a plan to return to their own home (ii) a period of further assessment. The stay should be unlikely to exceed fifty-two (52) weeks. * Respite Stay: A short stay in a residential or nursing Care Home for someone normally cared for at their own home, giving their carer a temporary break usually up to eight (8) weeks. Respite stays can be both planned and unplanned. An unplanned respite stay is where respite care is required within twenty-four (24) hours to support carer crisis. Care home provision for 18 - 65 year olds will be the subject of a separate procurement exercise. The Choice Policy requires the Council to source a care home placement that meets the assessed eligible needs within a reasonable distance of the person's usual place of residence, and the Indicative Personal Budget will be determined by the most cost-effective placement that can meet those needs. When developing the tender documents the Council has taken regards to the key objectives set out in the Procurement Act 2023: a. delivering value for money; b. maximising public benefit; c. sharing information; d. integrity; and e. removing or reducing the barriers faced by SMEs. ### Lot Information Residential for Older People Lot 1 will be placements in Care Homes for individuals who may: * require care and support over a twenty-four (24) hour period, including observation and/or supervision to maintain safety; * have a high level of assessed care needs; * require assistance with most activities of daily living; * require input by care workers on a daily basis; and * require Nursing Care provided by community services. Options: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Residential for Older People with Dementia Lot 2 will be placements in Care Homes individuals who may: * require care and support over a twenty-four (24) hour period, including observation and/or supervision to maintain safety; * have a high level of assessed care needs; * require assistance with most activities of daily living; * require input by care workers on a daily basis; and * require Nursing Care provided by community services. Options: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Nursing for Older People Lot 6 will be placements in Care Homes with Nursing Care (such terms are defined in the Specification) for individuals who may: * require care and support over a twenty-four (24) hour period, including observation and/or supervision to maintain safety; * have a high level of assessed care needs; * are in receipt of NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC); * require assistance with most activities of daily living to maintain skills and independence; * require input by care workers on a daily basis; and * require Nursing Care on a daily basis. Options: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Nursing for Older People with Dementia Lot 7 will be placements in Care Homes with Nursing Care (such terms are defined in the Specification) for individuals who may: * require care and support over a twenty-four (24) hour period, including observation and/or supervision to maintain safety; * have a high level of assessed care needs; * are in receipt of NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC); * require assistance with most activities of daily living to maintain skills and independence; * require input by care workers on a daily basis; and * require Nursing Care on a daily basis. Options: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on 1 September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31 August 2030. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended up to a maximum of 48 months, until 31 August 2034 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023838-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | 3 Nov 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 | | Recurrence | 2034-09-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,565,078,303 | | Lots value | £1,565,078,303 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire, TLG24 Staffordshire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 17 Mar 2026 at 09:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023838-2026 - 19 May 2025 at 12:06 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022594-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023838-2026 17th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022594-2025 19th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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