Cornerstone

Dundee City Council has completed a procurement process titled "Cornerstone" related to the provision of Housing Support and Care at Home Services for adults with learning disabilities in Dundee. This procurement falls under the social care category and involves a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract, valued at £3,456,747, was signed on 1st April 2024 and is currently active.

This procurement process is classified under CPV code 85300000, a main category for services. Dundee City Council served as the central purchasing body, coordinating this process from their offices in Dundee, under the contact point Jennifer McDonald. This tender offers significant opportunities for large businesses specialising in social care services, particularly those experienced in providing specialised support for adults with learning disabilities.

Given the nature of the direct award, businesses with existing relationships or those capable of delivering niche, high-quality services with an established track record in compliance and service delivery standards in the UK may find similar opportunities advantageous in the future. The procurement method indicates a strategic continuation of service by the awardee, Cornerstone, suggesting a stable and long-term business relationship that similarly positioned companies might target for potential growth.