Framework for the Provision of Residential /Nursing Care for Older People

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is planning a procurement process titled "Framework for the Provision of Residential/Nursing Care for Older People", situated in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. This tender, classified under the services industry category, focuses on residential nursing care services within the region UKE31 in the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, this process is aligned with the procurement notice published on 12 May 2025, according to the UK legislative framework 2023/54.

The procurement is structured as a framework agreement with a scheduled contract period from 2 April 2027 to 30 April 2032, with an anticipated announcement of future notices by 1 April 2027. This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in nursing and residential care services, with a substantial budget totalling £114 million gross (£95 million net). It invites participation particularly from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering an inclusive approach to bidding.

The framework's scope covers essential care provisions for older individuals, rendering it ideal for businesses aiming to expand their operations in the healthcare and social care sectors within the UK. Companies focusing on these services can leverage this opportunity for substantial growth by engaging in long-term contracts with a public authority in the UK Government's sub-central administration.