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title: "Provider Support & Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068f76"
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buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-08"
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# Provider Support & Engagement

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068f76

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## Summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking proposals for a Provider Support & Engagement contract, aimed at enhancing the adult social care sector in Gloucestershire. The Council acts as the buying organisation for this open procurement procedure, welcoming submissions from potential suppliers until 8th July 2026. This service-based tender falls under the business services category, specifically focusing on law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. With a gross value of £416,000 excluding VAT for the entire contract if extended for the full term (up to 2030), the process is currently at the tender stage, with awards expected by 10th August 2026. The contract will commence on 28th September 2026, highlighting the significant opportunity available for firms specialising in such services in the specified region of UKK13, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses capable of acting as representative bodies for the social care sector, particularly those well-versed in hosting forums, market engagement, and delivering consultancy and support services. SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate due to the suitability requirements outlined. Effective engagement through this contract could foster substantial business growth by establishing long-term relationships in the public sector and enabling firms to strengthen their portfolio within adult social care services. The contract's value and duration make it an attractive prospect for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public service domain.

## Notice

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking to award a contract following a competitive procurement process for an organisation to act as the recognised representative body and to provide support and engagement services for all adult social care providers in Gloucestershire hosting regular forums, engaging with the market on the council's behalf and providing business advice and support. Fixed value of PS104,000 per annum ex VAT, contract length and extension, 3 years with an option for a further 1 year (subject to approvals and sign off) Total Value PS416,000.00 Ex VAT if full contact length taken up. Please see the attachments at www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk ref DN813186

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend post 27/09/2029 for a further 12 months, subject to approvals and sign off.

### Planning Information

An online provider engagement survey,
Any expressions of interest and requests for information or clarification can be submitted via the procurement portal once the tender has opened.
Chris.GRATTON@gloucestershire.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053869-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 15 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £416,000 |
| Lots value | £416,000 |
| 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 | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | TLK13 Gloucestershire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 14:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053869-2026
- 30 Apr 2026 at 13:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040006-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053869-2026
  8th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040006-2026
  30th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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