Open for bids· Closes 28 Sep 2028
Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite Services for Adults with Complex Needs
Warrington Borough Council · Warrington, North West
Warrington Borough Council is inviting bids for this contract, a dynamic for other health and social care in Warrington.
Source: Find a Tender · published 20 Feb 2025 · details refreshed every 30 minutes
Key dates
2025
Tender notice published
Tender Notice · 16:13
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2028
Bids close
About this tender
In brief
Warrington Borough Council is inviting bids for this contract, a dynamic for other health and social care in Warrington. Bids close on 28 September 2028.
It is run as a restricted procedure. Published on Find a Tender on 20 February 2025 as notice 006379-2025, OCDS ID ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d. Bids are made through the buyer's ProContract portal.
Summary of the contracting process
Warrington Borough Council is launching a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for procuring Specialist Residential and Respite Services tailored for adults with complex needs. This procurement process is within the services industry category, specifically focusing on social work services. The DPS, set to begin on 1st March 2025 and end on 23rd February 2029, aims to secure high-quality placements and support services.
These services cater to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical disabilities, and challenging behaviours. The total anticipated value of the DPS over its term is £65 million. The DPS includes four Lots which service both in and out of Warrington for both long-term care and short-term/emergency respite care.
Interested providers must register on The Chest to access the full Invitation to Participate (ITP). The procurement method for this process is a restricted procedure. This tender offers significant business opportunities for providers specialising in residential and respite care services.
Businesses can benefit from participating in Warrington Borough Council's DPS by securing long-term contracts and building a consistent revenue stream. It is particularly suitable for providers experienced in working with adults with complex needs and adhering to rigorous care standards, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005. The flexible nature of the DPS allows new providers to join at any time, offering ample opportunity for market entry.
Providers will need to demonstrate high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements where applicable. This procurement process supports collaborative work with families and health professionals, aiming to enhance the quality of life for individuals requiring specialist care.
The notice in full
Warrington Borough Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to procure Specialist Residential and Respite Services for adults aged 18-64 with complex needs. The DPS will provide a flexible and compliant route to secure high-quality placements and support services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical disabilities, and/or challenging behaviours. The DPS will run from 1st March 2025 to 23rd February 2029, with no extensions beyond this date due to legal requirements under the Procurement Act 2023.
The estimated total value is PS65 million over the DPS term, though this is indicative and not guaranteed. The DPS is divided into four Lots to match provider capabilities with service requirements: Lot 1: Specialist Residential Care - In Warrington (long-term care) Lot 2: Specialist Residential Care - Outside Warrington (long-term care) Lot 3: Residential Respite - In Warrington (short-term/emergency care) Lot 4: Residential Respite - Outside Warrington (short-term/emergency care) Providers can apply for one or more Lots, and new providers can join the DPS at any time. Providers already on the DPS can apply to additional Lots or withdraw from Lots as needed.
Care placements will be awarded through mini-competitions issued to providers within the relevant Lot, with contracts awarded based on quality and price. Services will support individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting dignity, choice, and well-being. Key expectations include: Delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
Adherence to the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Safeguarding Adults legislation. Compliance with CQC requirements (where applicable). Safe, appropriate environments supporting individuals' well-being.
Providers will work collaboratively with families, health, and social care professionals to meet individual needs. Interested providers must register on The Chest (www.the-chest.org.uk) to access the full Invitation to Participate (ITP) and submit their application. Applications can be submitted at any time during the DPS term
Lots (4)
- 01
Lot 1: Specialist Residential Care - In WarringtonActive
Providers will deliver long-term residential care and support for adults with complex needs within Warrington, focusing on enabling independence and improving well-being.
- 02
Specialist Residential Care - Outside WarringtonActive
Providers will offer long-term residential care placements for adults with complex needs in locations outside Warrington, ensuring access to specialist care where local provision may not be suitable.
- 03
Residential Respite Care - In WarringtonActive
Providers will offer short-term respite care, including planned and emergency stays, for adults with complex needs within Warrington, giving carers a break while supporting individuals in a safe environment.
- 04
Residential Respite Care - Outside WarringtonActive
Providers will deliver short-term respite care, including emergency placements, for adults with complex needs outside Warrington, providing flexibility for families and access to specialist settings if required.
Key facts
Contract
- Service
- Other health and social care
- Procurement type
- Dynamic
- Category
- Services
- Contract period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Lots
- 4
Procedure
- Notice type
- Tender Notice
- Procurement method
- Selective
- Procedure
- Restricted procedure
- Current stage
- Tender
- Stages so far
- Tender
- Published on
- Find a Tender Service
- Buyer's portal
- ProContract
Not stated in the notice: awardee scale.
Values
Not stated in the notice: tender value, lots value, awards value, contracts value.
Status
- Tender
- Active
- Lots
- Active
Not stated in the notice: awards, contracts.
References
- Find a Tender notice
- 006379-2025
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d
- CPV code
- 85310000 - Social work services85311000 - Social work services with accommodation85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- CPV division
- 85 - Health and social work services
Location
- Local authority
- Warrington
- Town
- Warrington
- Postcode
- WA1 2NT
- Electoral ward
- Bewsey and Whitecross
- Constituency
- Warrington South
- Delivery area
- Warrington
- Region
- North West
- Sub-region
- Warrington
- Area
- Cheshire
- Country
- England
Buyer
Contracting authority
- Organisation
- Warrington Borough Council
- Category
- Services
- Contact
- Mr Mike Matthews
- Phone
- +44 1925444135
- Address
- Warrington, WA1 2NT · North West · England
Documents and links
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline for the Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite… tender?
Bids must be submitted by 28 September 2028. The notice sets the exact time of day, so confirm it on the ProContract portal and submit early: buyer portals normally stop accepting bids at the deadline.
Who is the buyer for Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite…?
Warrington Borough Council, based in Warrington, North West. The named contact is Mr Mike Matthews, on +44 1925444135.
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