Externalisation of Older Adults Day Services - Basingstoke
Description: The Older Adults' Day Service currently delivered in Basingstoke is operated directly by Hampshire County Council. Following the Cabinet meeting held on 8 August 2025, a decision was taken to seek an alternative provider to deliver and further develop the service from the end of 2026. This change aims to better meet the evolving needs of the local population while addressing significant financial pressures. Hampshire County Council is seeking an external provider to deliver this service. The Day-Opportunity and Community Hub Service (DoCH) is a community-based service which operates on the principles of enablement, care and support for vulnerable individuals, offering a building-based service to support the local community. The service aims to be a one-stop shop for older adults and unpaid carers, specialising in supporting people with (read more...)
Summary: Hampshire County Council is initiating a procurement process for the "Externalisation of Older Adults Day Services" in Basingstoke, under an open procedure with a tender closing date of 21st August 2026. This initiative follows a decision made during a Cabinet meeting in August 2025 and aims to transition the day services for older adults to a third-party provider. The service will operate as a community hub focusing on care and support, particularly for individuals with dementia. The contract, valued at up to £5,475,892.74 over eight years, will officially commence around 18th January 2027. Key procurement phases include the tender stage currently open and award decisions expected by 30th September 2026. Engaging in this service opportunity requires compliance with TUPE, ensuring a smooth transition for staff currently employed directly by the Council.