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AwardHealth and social work servicesCPV: 85000000

Provision of Care and Support in Newton House Extra Care Housing Scheme, Newton Road, Penrith CA11 9FY - Provision of Care and Support in Newton House Extra Care Housing Scheme, Newton Road, Penrith CA11 9FY

Westmorland and Furness
I CARE (GB
Published 12 Dec, 2025
Contract Value
£953,481
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

Westmorland and Furness Council has completed the award stage for the provision of care and support services at Newton House Extra Care Housing Scheme located in Penrith, United Kingdom. The procurement process, governed by legal provisions under UKPGA 2023/54, employed an open procedure aimed at selecting suitable providers to deliver health and social work services catering to the needs of residents in the extra care housing scheme. With a contract commencing on 10th February 2026 and potential extension till 9th February 2029, the council sought to ensure high-quality care solutions.

The award, pending finalisation, announced its projected gross value of £1,221,922 GBP to I CARE (GB) LIMITED, providing a robust opportunity for service delivery within this public authority sector. The scheme primarily facilitates individuals over the age of 55, integrating a balanced model of care provision according to varying needs. This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs involved in the health and social care industry, given the open procedure facilitating broad competition.

Ideal candidates possess capabilities across technical quality and commercial considerations, earmarked with weightings at 80% and 20%, respectively, reflecting the council's emphasis on comprehensive service provision while maintaining fiscal efficiency. The Newton House scheme houses 54 self-contained units, where awardees will engage in delivering planned, unplanned, and emergency care services, promoting resident independence and community involvement. Organisations specialising in care for older adults, especially those aiming to expand their presence in northern England, would find this contract highly aligned with their expertise, supporting a sustainable and impactful business trajectory.

Notice Description

The council have recently conducted an open procurement for the care and support needs currently delivered within the Extra Care Housing scheme at Newton House. The range of care and support needs within the scheme aims to reflect a balanced community model of approximately, a third of people with; low care needs 0-7 hours/week, medium care needs 8-14 hours/week and high care needs 15+ hours/week. The service will be accessed by people over 55 years.

The restriction around the age of adults accessing this service is linked to the tenancy age restriction set by the Landlord. The Provider selected to deliver the above Services will be the Council's preferred Provider to deliver formal care and support arrangements (care managed referrals) within the Scheme In Westmorland and Furness the term 'extra care' housing is used to describe housing developments that comprise self-contained homes with design features and support services to enable people to self-care and continue to live independently. The 'extra' in extra care housing is generally recognised to be access to care services that can: Respond quickly to residents changing needs Provide unplanned care as and when required in addition to planned care Provide an emergency response.

People who live in Extra Care housing have their own self-contained homes - usually with a lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom and access to care staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are also communal facilities and activities available. The Scheme: Newton House has 54 self-contained units consisting of: 12 x 1 bedroom rental units 14 x 2 bedroom rental units 28 x 2 bedroom units shared ownership There is a range of Facilities:

  • Resident Lounge,
  • Restaurant
  • Activity rooms,
  • Hairdresser
  • Buggy store
  • Assisted bathing
  • Staff offices plus an Alarm Call System
  • Car park
  • Guest Suite
  • Lift
  • Communal gardens
Lot Information1 Lot
1Untitled Lot
Complete

Option to extend for 12 months

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0591a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Awardee Scale
SME
Current Stage
Award

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£953,481
Lots Value
£953,481
Awards Value
£1,221,922
Contracts Value
Not specified

The contract period is two years.

Key Dates

Publication, submission, and award timeline

Tender

01 Sep 2025 at 16:02

UK4 - Tender Notice

Notice Status

Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

WAF
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Services
Contact Name
Not specified
KENDAL
LA9 4DQ
North West
England
TLD1 Cumbria

Awarded Supplier

Supplier who was awarded this contract

IC
I CARE (GBAwarded
SME
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Number of Suppliers
1
Awards Value
£1,221,922

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