Scope
Reference
DN793315
Description
To provide a face to face service for carers within the community.
ongoing transformation of adult social care and community wellbeing.
The service will:
• Deliver high-quality information, advice, navigation, and emotional support for unpaid
carers aged 18+
• Strengthen early identification and resilience, supporting both physical and mental
wellbeing
• Align with the Luton Carers Strategy 2023-2028 and the Luton 2040 Vision
We are seeking experienced, values-driven organisations able to deliver flexible, inclusive, and outcomes-focused support.
Contract 1. AT1453 Community Carers Support Service
Supplier
Contract value
- £713,215 excluding VAT
- £855,858 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
2 February 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
2 February 2026
Standstill period
- End: 11 February 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
25 February 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
24 Month extension if performance is good, specification is met and funding is available and business need still exists.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Any services which are directly related to the service specification or to enhance and support the wellbeing of the end users may be included within the procurement.
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKH21 - Luton
Information about tenders
- 15 tenders received
- 15 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 15 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 14 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
CARERS IN BEDFORSHIRE
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMTH-7171-PWVJ
Unit 153, Bedford Heights, Manton Lane
Bedford
MK41 7PH
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@carersinbeds.org.uk
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. AT1453 Community Carers Support Service
Contracting authority
Luton Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWCV-4283-GVPW
Town Hall
Luton
LU1 2BQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKH21 - Luton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government