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title: "Foundations for Change Framework - Supporting Adults Aged 18-65 Years with Additional Support Needs"
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# Foundations for Change Framework - Supporting Adults Aged 18-65 Years with Additional Support Needs

Buyer: WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836454

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## Summary

The West Dunbartonshire Council, acting on behalf of the West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership, is initiating an open procedure for the "Foundations for Change Framework," aimed at supporting adults aged 18 to 65 with additional support needs. This framework covers the provision of community support services across various conditions such as learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments, and mental health challenges. The tender is at the "tender" stage with submissions closing on 18 September 2026, and the award period commencing on 21 September 2026. The initiative is set in the West Dunbartonshire region and forms part of a broader effort to enhance health services, with an estimated total value of £23,690,000. The framework will remain open for new providers and is structured around multiple lots to cater to specific needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for qualified service providers who specialise in health and social care for adults with specific support needs. It encourages participation from businesses that focus on delivering person-centred, outcomes-driven services. Companies adept at providing care through options like Self Directed Support and those with experience in maintaining compliance with legislative and professional standards will find this framework suitable. The procurement method allows for new entrants over its 60-month duration, extendable by an additional 24 months. With award criteria heavily focused on quality (80%) and price (20%), providers capable of demonstrating quality assurance, compliance, and community involvement will be well-placed to succeed. The framework also includes community benefit requirements, thus fostering societal contributions alongside economic growth.

## Notice

West Dunbartonshire Council on behalf of West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership seeks to establish an Open Flexible Framework for the provision of community support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years who require additional support due to learning disability, autism, complex needs, physical disability, cognitive impairment including acquired brain injury, sensory impairment and mental health challenges. Services will be delivered through Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3 and will adopt an outcomes focused, person centred approach designed to maximise independence, improve quality of life and support individuals to live the lives they choose within their communities. The Framework will remain open during its lifetime and providers may apply for one or more Lots

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Learning Disability

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with a learning disability requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with a learning disability. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 2 - Autism

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with autism requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteri. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with autism. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 3 - Complex Needs

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with complex needs including behaviours that challenge and health related support needs under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies, supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process and supporting individuals with complex health and behavioural support requirements. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with complex needs including behaviours that challenge and health related support needs. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 4 - Physical Disability

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with physical disabilities requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with physical disabilities. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 5 - Cognitive Impairment (Including Acquired Brain Injury)

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with cognitive impairment, including acquired brain injury, requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with cognitive impairment, including acquired brain injury. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months

Lot 6 - Sensory Impairment

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with sensory impairment requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with sensory impairment. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 7 - Mental Health (Including Severe and Enduring Conditions)

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with mental health support needs, including severe and enduring mental health conditions, under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies, preventing hospital admission and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years with mental health support needs, including severe and enduring mental health conditions. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Lot 8 - All Lots 1 to 7

Provision of community based support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years requiring additional support under Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3 across all service categories within the Foundations for Change Flexible Framework. This Lot covers Learning Disability, Autism, Complex Needs including behaviours that challenge and health related support needs, Physical Disability, Cognitive Impairment including Acquired Brain Injury, Sensory Impairment and Mental Health including severe and enduring mental health conditions. The Service will support individuals to live the lives they choose through an outcomes focused and person centred approach. Services may include personal care, support with daily living, community participation, promoting independence, maintaining tenancies, preventing hospital admission and supporting positive outcomes identified through the My Life Assessment process. The Framework will remain open throughout its duration and new entrants may apply to join subject to meeting the relevant selection and award criteria.. This Lot relates to support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years across all service categories within the Foundations for Change Flexible Framework. The estimated value is a maximum estimated value only and does not guarantee expenditure. The Framework will operate as an Open Flexible Framework and remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.

Options: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560664 |
| 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 | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £23,690,000 |
| Lots value | £46,750,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560664

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560664
  Foundations for Change Framework - Supporting Adults Aged 18-65 Years with Additional Support Needs - West Dunbartonshire Council on behalf of West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership seeks to establish an Open Flexible Framework for the provision of community support services for adults aged 18 to 65 years who require additional support due to learning disability, autism, complex needs, physical disability, cognitive impairment including acquired brain injury, sensory impairment and mental health challenges. Services will be delivered through Self Directed Support Options 2 and 3 and will adopt an outcomes focused, person centred approach designed to maximise independence, improve quality of life and support individuals to live the lives they choose within their communities. The Framework will remain open during its lifetime and providers may apply for one or more Lots

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=836454
- 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-r6ebe6-0000836454
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk

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