--- title: "Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (1st Reopening)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-15" --- # Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (1st Reopening) Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096.json) ## Summary South Ayrshire Council is seeking submissions from qualified providers for a Flexible Framework Agreement serving Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities. This tender, located in Ayr and operating under service procurement, is in the "tender" stage with an open procedure specifically accommodating electronic and written submissions. The initial call for tender submissions closes on 29th June 2026, coinciding with the commencement of the award period. As a regional or local authority delivering general public services, South Ayrshire Council aligns this procurement with the Light Touch Regime, allowing for adaptability in engaging new providers as required. Businesses with expertise in care and support services, particularly those registered with the Care Inspectorate, will find this opportunity beneficial. The framework encourages participation from new entrants, fostering a dynamic and comprehensive service provision system. Given the open tender process and the emphasis on electronic procurement, SMEs, social enterprises, and established care service providers stand to benefit from the potential for continued engagement and growth in service delivery. Additionally, this procurement addresses community benefits, calling for commitments to recruitment, SME development, and local social engagement, thus supporting sustainable business growth and community integration. ## Notice Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (1st Reopening) ### Lot Information Lot 1 South Ayrshire Council wish to seek submissions from suitably qualified and experienced providers to supplement its existing Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (CE-163-22) The previously advertised flexible framework which commenced on 15 May 2024 allows for re-opening to new Providers. In accordance with its terms, it is now being opened for New Entrants to be admitted under the same requirements as the original tender exercise and as noted herein. Providers already appointed to the Framework are not required to resubmit to remain on the Framework. The estimated value shown in II.1.5 reflects the value advertised at the establishment of the framework which is an estimate and subject to change. As this service is listed in Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations and the contract value exceeds 663,540 GBP over the contract period, the Council will be using the afforded flexibility of the Light Touch Regime to re-open the framework. Renewal: This Flexible Framework Agreement shall allow for "new entrants" to be admitted as Service Providers, after it has been established. The Flexible Framework Agreement may be reopened at any time to "new entrants" to support continuity of Service delivery and meet future demand. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555946 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | 15 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | This Flexible Framework Agreement shall allow for “new entrants” to be admitted as Service Providers, after it has been established. The Flexible Framework Agreement may be reopened at any time to “new entrants” to support continuity of Service delivery and meet future demand. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | AYR | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA7 1DR | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire | | Local authority | South Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Ayr West | | Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock | | Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation - 85312310 - Guidance services ## Release History - 15 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555946 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555946 Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (1st Reopening) - Flexible Framework Agreement for Supported Living and Personal Care for Adults with Learning Disabilities (1st Reopening) ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832096 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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