Award of Dynamic Purchasing System for Domiciliary Care Services in Powys

Powys County Council has completed the procurement process for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at providing domiciliary care services within Powys. The council, based in Llandrindod Wells, Wales, has utilised a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. Focusing on the social protection industry category, the contract covers services across North and South Powys, including town, rural, and remote rural areas.

The DPS is set to last for an initial ten years, potentially extendable by five additional years. It began with awards issued from August 2024. The suppliers selected for this opportunity include ABICARE SERVICES LIMITED, Affinity Homecare, SEREN SUPPORT SERVICES LTD, and Abacare (Care Agency) Ltd, with the contract under review status as of the signed date 30th September 2020.

The procurement is particularly notable for its scale, targeting suppliers registered with the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW). This procurement initiative offers significant opportunities for businesses in the care sector, especially those registered with CIW and interested in providing domiciliary care services. The DPS remains open for new entrants, allowing for continuous engagement through a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited for this tender given the focus on regional service delivery and the segmented lot structure, which includes dedicated provisions for care in town, rural, and remote rural areas, particularly for individuals with dementia. This ongoing opportunity enables businesses to grow by partnering with a local authority in a structured manner, allowing them to deliver essential social care services to the community.