--- title: "Care at Home Flexible Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-24" --- # Care at Home Flexible Framework Buyer: SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312.json) ## Summary The Scottish Borders Council is inviting tenders for the "Care at Home Flexible Framework" to provide care services within the Scottish Borders area. This procurement process operates under an open procedure with the main focus on services related to general public services, as per the COFOG classification, with specific CPV classifications including health and social work services. The procurement is in the tender stage, beginning on 24th February 2026, and submissions must be electronically submitted by 6th April 2026. The framework's anticipated start is 19th May 2026 and spans a period of ten years, allowing new entrants periodically. The procurement method involves evaluating offers based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender, with a 40/60 price/quality split. The financial ceiling for the contract is set at £76.5 million GBP. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those capable of delivering care at home in compliance with regulatory standards. It is ideal for providers with robust management and operational systems to ensure quality service delivery. The terms stipulate requirements for insurance and accreditation, indicating a preference for established organisations with a proven track record and strong financial standing. Smaller businesses or new entrants can join the framework periodically, presenting continuous growth opportunities. The framework underscores community benefits, further aligning businesses with social responsibility goals, and is supported by training sessions to assist newcomers in navigating the procurement process effectively. ## Notice Provision of Care at Home services within the Scottish Borders ### Lot Information Lot 1 Scottish Borders Council is seeking to establish a flexible framework agreement for the provision of care at home services and is inviting tenders from suitably qualified and experienced providers. The anticipated start date of the framework is 19th May 2026 and it is expected to last 10 years, with the option to periodically admit new entrants. No guarantee is given as to the volume or value of any business awarded to any provider admitted to the framework agreement.. The services required fall within the scope of Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations and the procurement is carried out in accordance with Regulations 74-76. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550300 | | Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) | | 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 | 24 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 May 2026 - 18 May 2036 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £76,500,000 | | Lots value | £76,500,000 | | 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 | SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS | | Post town | Galashiels | | Postcode | TD6 0SA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders | | Local authority | Scottish Borders | | Electoral ward | Selkirkshire | | Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk | | Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation ## Release History - 24 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550300 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550300 Care at Home Flexible Framework - Provision of Care at Home services within the Scottish Borders ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821312 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.scotborders.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821312 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=821312 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/jedburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court - https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/aligned-tender-training-scottish-borders-councils-care-at-home-framework-2019/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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