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title: "Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults - NEW ENTRANTS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b5df"
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buyer: "WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-16"
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# Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults - NEW ENTRANTS

Buyer: WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b5df

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by West Dunbartonshire Council, aimed at establishing a Care at Home Framework to support community independence for adults within the West Dunbartonshire region, specifically targeting areas such as Clydebank, Dumbarton, and Vale of Leven. This tender, titled "Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults - NEW ENTRANTS," falls under the services category of "Social work services" (CPV 85310000). The procurement is at the tender stage following the open procedure method, allowing new entrants to join during the open period under a Flexible Framework Agreement. The total estimated value for the 5-year framework, with an optional 2-year extension, is approximately £25 million. Interested businesses must submit their proposals by 5th October 2032. This framework will be in place until 2033, offering a sustained opportunity for participation.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for those specialising in social work, personal care, support, and housing services. The framework encourages the participation of new entrants, providing an ongoing opportunity for businesses to join. Suitable candidates include providers who are experienced, qualified, and hold relevant registrations such as those under the Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013. Participants must demonstrate strong financial standing, meet specific insurance requirements, and maintain adequate Care Inspectorate grades. By participating in this framework, businesses can expand their service offerings, boost their client base, and enhance their presence in the social services sector, particularly in the West Dunbartonshire area.

## Notice

This Contract Notice confirms that the Supporting Community Independence - Care at Home Framework for Adults has now been established in accordance with Regulations 74-76 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 (further referred to as 'the Flexible Framework Agreement'). This Flexible Framework Agreement was established for the provision of Care at Home Services which will be delivered to Supported Persons residing within West Dunbartonshire and who are clients of the Council acting on behalf of West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). The Flexible Framework Agreement will remain open to allow new Providers ("New Entrants") to participate throughout the Open Period. Further information about New Entrant applications is set out in Section VI.3, Additional Information. The value provided in II.1.5 is an ESTIMATE only for the total period of the Flexible Framework of 5 years, with an option to extend a further 2 years which will be 5 April 2033.

### Lot Information

Clydebank and surrounding areas

West Dunbartonshire Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, experienced and registered Providers onto an open and flexible Care at Home Framework for Adults. The Services required under the terms of this Flexible Framework are those which fall under Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013 (SDS) Options 2 and 3. The Service shall be delivered in a range of ways including providing personal care, personal support and housing support within Supported Persons own homes, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, each day per year.

Dumbarton, Vale of Leven and surrounding areas

West Dunbartonshire Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, experienced and registered Providers onto an open and flexible Care at Home Framework for Adults. The Services required under the terms of this Flexible Framework are those which fall under Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013 (SDS) Options 2 and 3. The Service shall be delivered in a range of ways including providing personal care, personal support and housing support within Supported Persons own homes, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, each day per year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056618-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2032 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUMBARTON |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G82 1QL |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire |
| Local authority | West Dunbartonshire |
| Electoral ward | Dumbarton |
| Westminster constituency | West Dunbartonshire |
| Delivery location | TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 70 - Real estate services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33180000 - Functional support
- 70333000 - Housing services
- 85310000 - Social work services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056618-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/business/suppliers/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833164
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00153
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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