--- title: "The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06972b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06972b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06972b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06972b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BOROUGH OF TELFORD & WREKIN" published: "2026-05-13" --- # The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2) Buyer: BOROUGH OF TELFORD & WREKIN Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06972b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06972b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06972b.json) ## Summary The Borough of Telford & Wrekin is inviting applications for its "The Specialist Care Framework (Release 2)" under an open procurement method. This framework seeks providers for delivering specialist care services to adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and acquired brain injury needs. The services, valued at up to £78 million, are divided into four lots with varying support levels. Located in Telford, Shropshire, the framework intends to foster community involvement, particularly within UKG21 regions, and will operate from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028. The tender process is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 10th June 2026, followed by the award period ending on 27th July 2026. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for providers specialising in health and social work services to expand their business. Companies with experience in person-centred care and those aligned with the Preparing for Adulthood principles stand to benefit greatly, particularly if they can offer innovative, compassionate services. Given the framework’s design, which opens possibilities for repeat engagement and no cap on the number of participating providers, small to medium-sized enterprises and voluntary and community sector entities are particularly encouraged to apply. The open procedure and framework agreement allow for flexibility, making it ideal for businesses aiming to establish or grow their foothold in the specialist care sector within the UK. ## Notice Telford & Wrekin Council are looking to receive applications from Providers to join a multi-provider Framework to deliver specialist care services for Adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health and Acquired Brain Injury needs, in suitable locations. We want to work with established, experienced providers who deliver a curious, compassionate and solution focused approach central to delivering a person-centred service. The services we intend to commission are intended for adults, but it is expected that providers, where appropriate have the correct registration to support young adults during transition and working in line with the Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) principles and support delivery of outcomes around employment and training, friendships, relationships and communities, independent living and good health. The services will be split into 4 Lots covering increasing levels of need and complexity. THIS IS RELEASE 2 OF THE FRAMEWORK ### Lot Information Living Well Community Led support (including that delivered by partners in the Voluntary and Community Sector) Living Well forms the basis of all Lots. The principles and ethos of Living Well apply whether someone has complex needs or lower-level needs. We want people to be part of the community in which they live. This is not typically regulated provision and is provided to people with: - Learning disabilities - Autism - Mental Health - Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots. Regulated Community Support For people with moderate level needs. This includes regulated provision in relation to: * Learning disabilities * Autism * Mental health * Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots. Specialist Complex Community Support Support for people with high level support needs. This includes provision for people with: * Learning disabilities * Autism * Mental health * Acquired Brain Injury * Overnight support In addition to this, people supported by Lot 3 services may have complex behaviours and or health needs and / or dual diagnosis. The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots. Residential Services For people requiring specialist Residential Services. - Learning disabilities - Autism - Mental health - Acquired Brain Injury The value of the Framework will be shared across all Lots. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043704-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | 2027-01-12 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £65,000,000 | | Lots value | £65,000,000 | | 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 | BOROUGH OF TELFORD & WREKIN | | Locality | TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE | | Post town | Telford | | Postcode | TF3 4JA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin | | Local authority | Telford and Wrekin | | Electoral ward | Malinslee & Dawley Bank | | Westminster constituency | Telford | | Delivery location | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 13 May 2026 at 07:42 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043704-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043704-2026 13th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/telford/aspx/Home ## Notice URLs - http://www.telford.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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