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title: "Kent Carers Support Service ( Lot 1 - East Kent)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff96"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-22"
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# Kent Carers Support Service ( Lot 1 - East Kent)

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff96

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## Summary

Kent County Council has concluded the procurement process for the Kent Carers Support Service, aiming specifically at enhancing support for unpaid carers in East Kent. This procurement is marked under the status "complete" as of 22 May 2026 with the project expected to commence on 1 August 2026 and run until 31 July 2029, with potential extensions of up to 48 months. The awarded contract is valued at GBP 23,522,800 (net) and is part of a larger endeavour to replace existing services with a comprehensive support system that aligns with the Kent Adult Carers Strategy. The key areas of service delivery will focus on recognising carers, empowering them with crucial information, and aiding their transition through various care stages. This procurement was conducted via an open competitive process, categorized under health and social work services, highlighting Kent County Council's commitment to supporting local carers.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses in the healthcare and social services sectors, particularly those with expertise in supporting carers. Organisations involved in social work and health services that have experience in delivering community-based support and advice would find this project aligned with their expert capabilities. Participating in this procurement allows them to contribute to a significant public service while expanding their operations in the public sector. With a strong focus on empowering voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE), this tender is particularly ideal for businesses committed to delivering inclusive and innovative solutions that enhance the wellbeing of carers in the community.

## Notice

Kent County Council are seeking to re-procure a Kent Carers Support Service which is aimed at supporting unpaid carers within the county. This new service will replace two current services; The Carers Community Navigation Service and Carers Short Breaks service. Key Areas of Service Delivery: Building from the Kent Adult Carers Strategy the following key areas of service delivery have been identified for the Kent Carers Support Service: i) Identifying and Recognising Carers, including Seldom-Heard Carers ii) Empowering Carers: information, advice and training in ways that they can understand iii) Prevention and Wellbeing especially for lifestyle risk factors, mental health and information and advice iv) Support for Young Carers' Transition to Adulthood v) Carers Assessment vi) Carers Breaks vii) Emergency Breaks viii) Carers Personal Budgets Lot 2 of this contract was previously awarded. Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-070631

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Potential extension of 2 x up to 24 months is available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048028-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £23,522,800 |
| Lots value | £23,522,800 |
| Awards value | £23,522,800 |
| 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INVOLVE KENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 13:47 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048028-2026
- 5 Jan 2026 at 16:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000434-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048028-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000434-2026
  5th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.crossroadskent.org
- http://www.involvekent.org.uk
- https://carersek.org.uk/
- https://www.kent.gov.uk/
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/.
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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