National Care Costing Tool

Wigan Council has awarded a contract for the development of a National Care Costing Tool, as a part of the Greater Manchester collaborative commission initiative. This tool is intended to benchmark costs and support a fair and sustainable care market, aiding Wigan's commissioning of care. The contract, which follows a selective procurement method through a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service's 'G-Cloud 14' Framework, has been awarded to iESE Innovation Ltd. The procurement falls under the industry category of Database and Operating Software Package (CPV 48600000) and additional classifications include Data Services, Health and Social Work Services, and Miscellaneous Services.

Key dates include the contract period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2028, with the award issued on 28 March 2025. The project's delivery location is Wigan, England. This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in database, software, and data services to grow by participating in a critical public health initiative.

SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete in such frameworks, owing to the contract's specific suitability criteria. By offering innovative and cost-effective solutions, businesses in the tech and health sectors can gain a foothold in the public services market, enhancing their portfolios and boosting their industry credentials.