Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework
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The procurement process led by Cumberland Council focuses on the provision of care and support in extra care housing schemes. This initiative, titled "Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Framework," falls under the category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000). The services will be operational across various regions of the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London, among others.
The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the initial tender period closed on 26 June 2024. The contract is set for an initial term of four years, commencing on 1 August 2024, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions, potentially ending on 31 July 2030. The estimated maximum value of the contract is £12,800,000, excluding VAT, subject to current support requirements and potential extensions.
This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in health and social care services. The framework is supportive of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), aligning with the suitability requirements of the council. With the estimated value of this contract being substantial, businesses that can deliver flexible, responsive, and comprehensive care solutions could benefit significantly through partnership with Cumberland Council.
The tender's scope, spanning multiple regions across England, allows for broad operational outreach, proving particularly advantageous for businesses aiming to expand their geographical footprint and client base in the public sector. The successful award to multiple suppliers such as Baldev Skills Resources and Creative Support further demonstrates the collaborative approach and potential for network expansion.
Cumberland Council has various sized Extra Care Housing schemes within its area. The extra care schemes are made up of self-contained units which comprise of a lounge, kitchen, bathroom and 1 or 2 bedrooms. Each scheme will have a communal area such as a lounge, cafe, or activity room.
Extra Care Housing Schemes provide an onsite care team 24/7 to ensure the care and support for people residing within the schemes in Cumberland can meet planned and unplanned assessed care needs to enable people to live as independently as possible. The care and support needs to be flexible, responsive, and able to provide non-scheduled support to people as required. Refer to the service specification at schedule 2 for further details.\r \r The council proposes to enter into the framework agreement for an initial period of FOUR years with the successful tenderers.\r \r There are TWO optional extensions of up tp 12 months each.
These optional extensions are at the complete discretion of the council. If these optional extensions are used, the framework will end on 31st July 2030.\r \r The estimated total value of the Framework for the initial term is PS7,700,000 excluding VAT.\r The estimated maximum value of the Framework for the four year initial term, plus the two optional 12 month extensions based on current support requirements is PS12,800,000 excluding VAT. \r \r Extension and uplift amounts are indicative only and the council does not guarantee these at this stage. Any extensions / uplifts will be confirmed with successful providers. \r \r For further details and to access the tender documents, including the service specification, please use our online procurement portal - The Chest (the-chest.org.uk).
Registration on The Chest is free. \r \r All bids must be received electronically via The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r Any clarifications you have about the tender must be sent via messaging on The Chest by the closing date stated in the ITT.\r
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The contract period is four years.
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