Framework for the Provision of Residential and Nursing Care Services
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Cumberland Council is procuring an open framework for the provision of Residential and Nursing Care Services in the health and social work sector. This initiative aims to support the changing needs of older adults in Cumberland by offering high-quality services that ensure safety, independence, and wellbeing. The framework, valued at up to £600 million over an eight-year term, including optional extensions, allows new providers to join anytime during its duration.
The procurement process is in the 'tenderUpdate' stage, with ongoing opportunities for providers to join through email submission. Located in Carlisle, this regional authority will facilitate service provision in the UKD1 region, with an open procedure ensuring transparency and accessibility for qualified providers. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses focused on delivering residential and nursing care services, especially those capable of implementing service user-focused outcomes and aligning with Care Act guidance.
SMEs and large enterprises that can demonstrate high-quality care standards and a commitment to social value, including the Real Living Wage for staff, are particularly well-suited to participate. Firms are encouraged to ensure their Care Quality Commission ratings meet the council's standards for successful application. This framework not only promises consistency in service delivery but also invites innovation and professional development in the care sector, which can be an attractive prospect for expanding businesses.
Framework Awards to the Framework for the provision of Older Adults Residential and Nursing Care Services in Cumberland. (1st Round was procured via The Chest portal - any further additions are done via email. The up to date list of framework providers is updated every 3 months on the Cumberland Council website.) cumberland.gov.uk/framework-olderadults
Lot 1: The commissioning of Residential & Nursing placements by Cumberland Council on a spot-purchased basis at the Usual Price Bandings, ASC Agreed Price, Third Party Top Ups or Out of County Rates. PLEASE NOTE - All future framework awards (and call-offs) to this open framework will be published on https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/business-and-licensing/procurement-social-value-tenders-and-contracts/about-procurement in the Framework Agreement Section.
Lot 2: The commissioning of Residential & Nursing placements by Cumberland Council through mini competitions. Currently there is no intention to set up alternative arrangements when the Framework Agreement goes 'live' in May 2025, but this will allow additional flexibility to setup alternative commissioning approaches throughout the term of the Framework (i.e., additional support around hospital discharge).
Lot 3: The commissioning of Residential & Nursing placements through the Framework Agreement by partner organisations (such as the ICB). Further discussions are being held with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) around scoping access to the Residential & Nursing Framework.
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The contract period is eight years.
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