Scope
Reference
AMCV 337
Description
Shropshire Council invites tenders from providers for the care and support element of this service, including some hotel costs as outlined in the Finance Model schedule. Shropshire Council will act as the Commissioning Authority for the tender process. If the successful tenderer is not already registered with the Care Quality Commission, registration will be required following the award of the contract.
The initial term will be for 2 years (from 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2028), with 2 extensions period of 1 year each (i.e. a total and maximum of 2 years for the extension period). The terms, conditions, and standards are contained in the enclosed sample form of contract, which will be reviewed periodically to ensure it includes the Council's up-to-date contract clauses.
Shropshire Council is tendering this service to meet the ongoing requirement of demonstrating Best Value. Providers tendering for these services are expected to identify improved efficiencies while maintaining a high-quality service.
The Council seeks to appoint an innovative provider who:
Can meet the varied needs of up to 5 different residents.
Can develop the current service in line with the Council's priorities.
Has a track record of providing high-quality residential respite services of a similar nature.
Has proven abilities to think imaginatively about service development and improvement.
Can demonstrate an awareness of local and national agendas for both health and social care.
Performance of the home will be monitored and contribute to the Council's overall performance framework. The Council supports the development of appropriate local performance targets by and for individual services.
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Total value (estimated)
- £2,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028
- Possible extension to 1 April 2030
- 4 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The initial term will be for 2 years (from 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2028), with 2 extensions period of 1 year each (i.e. a total and maximum of 2 years for the extension period).
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation
Contract locations
- UKG22 - Shropshire CC
Submission
Enquiry deadline
6 February 2026, 12:00am
Tender submission deadline
6 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
20 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 50% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Shropshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCLL-9577-QDZW
Guildhall, Frankwell
Shrewsbury
SY3 8HQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKG22 - Shropshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government