Residential Replacement Care Services for Service Users with Learning Disability and/or Autism

Slough Borough Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process to establish a new residential replacement care service for adults and older adults with learning disabilities or autism. This initiative aims to address a critical gap in local service provision, ensuring carers are supported in line with the Council's statutory duties under the Care Act 2014. The procurement, identified under the title "Residential Replacement Care Services for Service Users with Learning Disability and/or Autism," falls within the health and social work services industry category and is anticipated to start on 1st May 2026.

The pre-market engagement is actively underway, and interested parties are invited to participate by 5th August 2025 for further information and participation details. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and social work sectors, particularly those specialising in residential and respite care services. Businesses that are CQC registered, especially SMEs and VCSE organisations, would be well-suited to compete for this tender, given its scale and specified requirements for providing local, sustainable, and flexible care solutions.

The forthcoming contract offers a chance to secure a long-term partnership with the Slough Borough Council, providing consistent provision of residential services for up to 822 nights annually, with the inclusion of block-contracted respite beds and reserved capacity for emergencies. This initiative not only assists in fulfilling statutory duties but also promises enhanced outcomes for service users and their carers.