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title: "Community Support Service"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000660106"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# Community Support Service

Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000660106

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## Summary

North Ayrshire Council is currently overseeing the procurement process for a Community Support Service. This tender is classified under the services industry and encompasses various aspects of adult community support, specifically catering to client groups with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health needs. The procurement method is open, with a two-year framework commencing on 6th January 2022, expiring on 5th January 2024, and the possibility of a 24-month extension. Key dates include the tender submission deadline of 13th August 2021. The estimated spend under the framework is £56,079,900, although this includes ongoing services from the previous period, meaning new business opportunities may be limited.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in community support services, particularly those with experience in delivering care to adults with disabilities or mental health issues. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this an appealing opportunity, especially if they can demonstrate relevant experience and meet the rigorous selection criteria, which includes financial turnover and quality certifications. Potential suppliers should be prepared to engage with a framework that allows multiple providers, noting that the quantity of work available cannot be guaranteed even if selected.

## Notice

North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") invites tenders for the provision of a community support service. NAC currently have a flexible framework in place for this requirement which allows NAC to re-open the framework to new providers therefore, the framework is being re-opened. NAC are required to re-open the framework to new providers after the initial two year period, as detailed in the original Contract Notice. There is no limit to the number of providers who may be awarded a place on the framework however, providers should note that there may not be a sufficient volume of business to support a large number of new providers and there is no guarantee of business even if awarded a place on the framework. The estimated spend under the framework over the remaining 4 years is 56,079,900.00 GBP however, this figure includes services already commissioned during the initial 2 year period that will continue over the next 4 years and therefore, this figure is not representative of new business opportunities available over the remaining 4 year period. The resultant framework will be for a period of 2 years commencing 6th January 2022 until 5th January 2024 with the option to extend by up to 24 months until 5th January 2026. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding. The framework delivers Adult Community Support Services across Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health client groups. The scope of the framework encompasses services currently referred to as Community Support, 24 Hour Support, Housing Support and Supported Living Services. It does not include care at home provision. Services are delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

### Lot Information

Three Towns, Garnock Valley and North Coast Area - Mental Health Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a mental health need. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

Three Towns, Garnock Valley and North Coast Area - Learning Disability Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a learning disability need. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

Three Towns, Garnock Valley and North Coast Area - Physical Disability Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a physical disability need. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

Irvine and Kilwinning Area - Mental Health Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a mental health issue. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

Irvine and Kilwinning Area - Learning Disability Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a learning disability need. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

Irvine and Kilwinning Area - Physical Disability Client Group

The framework will deliver an Adult Community Support Service to adults age 16 and over with a physical disability need. Services will be delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432235 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,079,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £7,358,631 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | IRVINE |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA12 8EE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | North Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Irvine South |
| Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | DELIGHT SUPPORTED LIVING; THE SALVATION ARMY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85147000 - Company health services
- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432235
- 8 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL420657

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL420657
  Community Support Service - North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") invites tenders for the provision of a community support service. NAC currently have a flexible framework in place for this requirement which allows NAC to re-open the framework to new providers therefore, the framework is being re-opened. NAC are required to re-open the framework to new providers after the initial two year period, as detailed in the original Contract Notice. There is no limit to the number of providers who may be awarded a place on the framework however, providers should note that there may not be a sufficient volume of business to support a large number of new providers and there is no guarantee of business even if awarded a place on the framework. The estimated spend under the framework over the remaining 4 years is 56,079,900.00 GBP however, this figure includes services already commissioned during the initial 2 year period that will continue over the next 4 years and therefore, this figure is not representative of new business opportunities available over the remaining 4 year period. The resultant framework will be for a period of 2 years commencing 6th January 2022 until 5th January 2024 with the option to extend by up to 24 months until 5th January 2026. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding. The framework delivers Adult Community Support Services across Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health client groups. The scope of the framework encompasses services currently referred to as Community Support, 24 Hour Support, Housing Support and Supported Living Services. It does not include care at home provision. Services are delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432235
  Community Support Service - North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") invites tenders for the provision of a community support service. NAC currently have a flexible framework in place for this requirement which allows NAC to re-open the framework to new providers therefore, the framework is being re-opened. NAC are required to re-open the framework to new providers after the initial two year period, as detailed in the original Contract Notice. There is no limit to the number of providers who may be awarded a place on the framework however, providers should note that there may not be a sufficient volume of business to support a large number of new providers and there is no guarantee of business even if awarded a place on the framework. The estimated spend under the framework over the remaining 4 years is 56,079,900.00 GBP however, this figure includes services already commissioned during the initial 2 year period that will continue over the next 4 years and therefore, this figure is not representative of new business opportunities available over the remaining 4 year period. The resultant framework will be for a period of 2 years commencing 6th January 2022 until 5th January 2024 with the option to extend by up to 24 months until 5th January 2026. Extensions will be at the sole discretion of NAC and subject to satisfactory performance and funding. The framework delivers Adult Community Support Services across Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health client groups. The scope of the framework encompasses services currently referred to as Community Support, 24 Hour Support, Housing Support and Supported Living Services. It does not include care at home provision. Services are delivered in a community setting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year, inclusive of sleepovers and waking nights, to adults aged 16 and over who have been assessed by North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership as requiring a service.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement
- http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000660106
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

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