Award of Dynamic Purchasing System for Domiciliary Care Services in Powys

Powys County Council has completed the award stage of a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for the provision of domiciliary care services within the Powys region. The contract, titled "Award of Dynamic Purchasing System for Domiciliary Care Services in Powys," falls under the social protection category. The DPS will initially run for ten years from August 2024, with potential extensions of up to five years, subject to bi-annual reviews.

The system is designed to stay open for new providers who meet the necessary pre-qualification requirements. The service areas within the contract include domiciliary care for people in town, rural, and remote rural areas, particularly supporting individuals with dementia. This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the domiciliary care sector, especially those registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).

SMEs with expertise in providing care services for various settings, such as urban, rural, and remote areas, will find this DPS particularly advantageous. The procurement process employed a selective method under a restricted procedure, ensuring that only qualified providers could participate, generating broader competition and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Firms such as PEOPLE SUPPORT LTD, PHOENIX HOMECARE AND SUPPORT LTD, and Affinity Homecare have secured initial contracts, highlighting the procurement's suitability for smaller, regional care providers aiming to expand their business footprint within the Powys region.