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Open for bids· Closes 22 Feb 2029

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services

Pembrokeshire County Council · Carmarthenshire, Wales

Pembrokeshire County Council is inviting bids for Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services, a dynamic framework for supported living in Carmarthenshire.

Source: Sell2Wales · published 1 Apr 2025 · details refreshed every 30 minutes

Key dates

  1. 2025

    Tender notice published

    OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice · 00:00

    View notice
  2. 2025

    Contract starts

  3. Next

    2029

    Bids close

  4. 2029

    Contract ends

    4 years after it starts

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About this tender

In brief

Pembrokeshire County Council is inviting bids for Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services, a dynamic framework for supported living in Carmarthenshire. The estimated value is £17,512,132, and the contract runs from 1 April 2025 to 23 February 2029 (4 years). Bids close on 22 February 2029.

It is run as an open procedure. Published on Sell2Wales on 1 April 2025 as OCDS ID ocds-kuma6s-149516. Bids are made through the buyer's Sell2Wales portal.

Summary of the contracting process

Pembrokeshire County Council has initiated a tender process for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) focused on the provision of Supported Living Services in Pembrokeshire. The tender, valued at approximately £17.5 million per annum, encompasses Community and Household Care and Support services. This procurement process, conducted through an open procedure, covers the public service sector and is open for electronic submissions via the eTenderwales platform.

Key dates include a tender period ending on 22 February 2029, with bid openings on the same day. The contract performance is set to commence on 1 April 2025 and conclude on 23 February 2029. This DPS offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in supported living services and care support.

Firms with experience in these sectors can benefit from steady and substantial contract value, which may enhance their operational scope and financial growth. The procurement requirement stipulates critical conditions, including minimum wage payments for support workers and mileage reimbursement, making it ideal for businesses prioritizing fair wage practices. Furthermore, enterprises holding Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) registration and those capable of meeting specific technical criteria are well-suited to compete for this tender, fostering industry standards and service excellence.

The notice in full

Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) and on behalf of the Hywel Dda University Health Board are issuing a tender for a Dynamic Purchasing System for Supported Living Services comprising of both Community and Household Care and Support. The approximate Hywel Dda University Health Board contract value and approximate Housing Related Support Grant contract value has been included within this notice. The value provided is per annum.

Lots (1)

  1. 01

    Lot 1Active

    The purpose of this Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is to provide Supported Living Services for citizens of Pembrokeshire with an assessed need. This may include packages where service users are eligible for support through the Housing Support Grant to 'prevent people from becoming homeless, stabilise their housing situation, or help potentially homeless people to find and keep accommodation.' This arrangement will impose the following special conditions: - Minimum of Real Living Wage payment for all Support Workers - Pay those delivering support using their own vehicle a minimum of and 45 pence per mile. - Shift based pay - flat rate of pay for travel, training and contact time This arrangement also includes a rate provider payment model as well as mini competition in exceptional circumstances.

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Key facts

Every field the notice carries. Anything it leaves blank is listed under its table.

Contract

Service
Supported Living
Procurement type
Dynamic framework
Category
Services
Contract period
1 Apr 2025 to 23 Feb 2029 (4 years)
Lots
1

Procedure

Notice type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement method
Open
Procedure
Open procedure
Current stage
Tender
Stages so far
Tender
Published on
Sell2Wales
Buyer's portal
Sell2Wales

Not stated in the notice: awardee scale.

Values

Tender value
£17,512,132
Lots value
£17,512,132

Not stated in the notice: awards value, contracts value.

Status

Tender
Active
Lots
Active

Not stated in the notice: awards, contracts.

References

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-149516
CPV code
85000000 - Health and social work services85300000 - Social work and related services85311000 - Social work services with accommodation85312000 - Social work services without accommodation98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
CPV division
85 - Health and social work services98 - Other community, social and personal services
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Location

Pembrokeshire County Council is based in Carmarthenshire. The area the service covers can be wider, so check the notice and the lots.
Local authority
Carmarthenshire
Town
Swansea
Postcode
SA61 1TP
Electoral ward
Carmarthen Town West
Constituency
Caerfyrddin
Delivery area
South West Wales
Region
Wales
Sub-region
South West Wales
Area
Mid and South West Wales
Country
Wales
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Buyer

Contracting authority

Organisation
Pembrokeshire County Council
Category
Services
Contact
Not specified
Phone
+44 1267229774
Address
Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP · Wales · Wales
Call +44 1267229774
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Documents and links

Official sources for this notice. The tender pack itself sits on the buyer's portal.
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Questions about Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services

When is the deadline for the Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services tender?

Bids must be submitted by 22 February 2029. The notice sets the exact time of day, so confirm it on the Sell2Wales portal and submit early: buyer portals normally stop accepting bids at the deadline.

How much is the Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services contract worth?

The estimated value is £17,512,132. The contract runs from 1 April 2025 to 23 February 2029 (4 years).

Who is the buyer for Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services?

Pembrokeshire County Council, based in Carmarthenshire, Wales.

How do I bid for Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Living Services?

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