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title: "RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058955"
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# RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058955

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## Summary

The Westmorland and Furness Council has successfully concluded its procurement process for the provision of residential short breaks for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism, awarding the contract to Glenmore Trust. This process was conducted using an open procedure, specifically targeting the health and social work services industry under CPV code 85000000. The contract holds a gross value of £969,482.92 and spans from 20th January 2026 to 19th January 2028, with an option to extend for up to 12 additional months. The service will be executed within the UKD12 region of the United Kingdom. The award status was marked as pending on 19th November 2025, with the significant milestone of contract signature scheduled for 9th January 2026.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in health and social care, particularly those experienced in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Enterprises adept in providing personalised and progression-oriented care, equipped with expertise in compliance with CQC standards, and committed to sustainable operational practices are well-suited to this type of tender. The opportunity to engage in a long-term strategic partnership with the Council provides a platform to demonstrate advancement in care models and contribute towards local community engagement and support, enhancing the provider’s reputation and service range on a regional and potentially national level. Additionally, enterprises with the capability to attract external funding can further enrich the service offer, fostering potential future collaborations and market reputation.

## Notice

The council have recently conducted an open procurement for residential short breaks for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. The Council is seeking to commission an accessible Short Breaks service that can provide personal care and support for people with a learning disability and/or autism. The aim of a short break is to enable personalised and quality informal care and support arrangements to be sustained. A key element of the short break offer is to support an individual to gain the skills they will need for greater independence. The required short break offer is not simply a passive one of care and support, the expectation is that the Service Provider will build the service on a progression model and actively support independence. The Council is seeking to develop a long-term strategic partnership with a provider/s that are: a) A sector leader in services supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism b) Has experience of providing accommodation based regulated short break services c) Has a deep understanding of the needs and wishes of people with a learning disability and/or autism (including those with high and additional needs and/or physical needs), access to significant expertise, and knowledge of evidence informed best practice. d) Has a reputable, responsive, and responsible employer committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a high quality and diverse workforce. e) Values led with a mission, purpose, and ethos aligned to those of the wider council; f) Able to add value to provision to enrich the Service offer for people, through attracting additional external funding. g) Financially sustainable with robust governance and assurance arrangements. h) Are committed to developing positive partnerships at local, regional, and national level to benefit Individuals. i) Ecologically aware and operate in an environmentally responsible manner. This includes, but is not limited to, promoting sustainable practices, minimising waste, conserving energy and water, and using eco-friendly products and materials where possible. Providers are expected to comply with all relevant environmental legislation to support the Council's sustainability goals. The service provider/s will be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide care and any subsequent regulatory body for a period of 12 months before the commencement of the contract and must maintain registration with a 'Good' rating throughout the duration of the contract. If the inspection records a 'Requires improvement' rating, the provider/s will need to complete and implement an improvement plan within an agreed timeframe in accordance with the Council's relevant policy. The service provider/s will shall ensure that the service provision complies with all requirements under the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, and 2022 and the Care Quality Commission (Registration) Regulations 2010, or any amending legislation. The service will support individuals with a range of needs, including those with a physical impairment and those that can exhibit behaviour that challenges how they are supported. The service will provide a level of support which is appropriate to the needs of the individual helping to support people to live active, healthy, socially responsible, and socially inclusive lives as part of their local communities, engaging with a wide range of community organisations and developing natural support networks. This will include supporting people to identify risks and develop strategies that help them to keep safe in the community. The service will have all necessary equipment allowing successful and safe delivery of care and support to individuals during their stay. This includes equipment required for individuals who have support needs relating to their mobility. The service will ensure all service staff will have the relevant training to fully support all individuals accessing the service. Communication difficulties are also prevalent amongst people with a learning disability and/or autism, including expression and comprehension. Communication needs contribute to barriers in accessing community services social and health care. The service will ensure that staff providing care and support are able to effectively communicate and advocate on behalf of the Individual. The service will ensure that Individuals are empowered to be able to receive support in the least restrictive setting possible and where appropriate support Individuals to move towards independent living or to support Individuals to sustain their independence within the accommodation they reside in.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option of 1 extension up to a maximum of 12 months.

### Planning Information

Westmorland and Furness Council is looking to engage with existing and potential Residential Short Breaks (overnight respite for Adults with a learning disability and/or autism) providers to discuss the forthcoming Service requirements in Westmorland and Furness. The session shall:
• Provide overview of current demand vs provision
• Discuss potential commissioning options
• Share existing feedback from service users and council staff
• Provide details of the timeline for the forthcoming tenders
• Allow providers to ask questions
Providers are not required to attend to be considered for the tender process but those attending should find the event beneficial, as it will outline the service and the proposed service specification and provide insight and information regarding the procurement process to be undertaken.
If you would like to join the meeting please send an email request for the meeting invite, by 5pm Tuesday 29th April to: commissioning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078140-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £923,506 |
| Lots value | £923,506 |
| Awards value | £969,482 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KENDAL |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA9 4DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Kendal Strickland and Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Westmorland and Lonsdale |
| Delivery location | TLD12 East Cumbria |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLENMORE TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2025 at 14:28 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078140-2025
- 18 Aug 2025 at 08:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049354-2025
- 15 Aug 2025 at 18:47 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049300-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078140-2025
  28th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049354-2025
  18th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049300-2025
  15th August 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.glenmore.org
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk/

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