Scope
Reference
PME RSAH
Description
Hertfordshire County Council's Commissioning for Older People Team is undertaking preliminary market engagement (PME) in relation to Lead Provider contracts delivered across Hertfordshire for Reablement and Support at Home. The current contracts are due to expire on 31 March 2027, and the Council intends to undertake a full procurement process during 2026.
The purpose of this PME activity is to provide organisations with relevant expertise and experience the opportunity to:
• Offer initial views and ideas regarding the service model, desired outcomes, scope
• Engage with the Council to gain a clearer understanding of its priorities, challenges, and intended outcomes
• Inform the Council of current market trends, innovations and developments
• Support the Council in shaping and refining future requirements to ensure they can be effectively developed and delivered
• Explore potential options and approaches collaboratively with the Council
The Council will consider the input and responses received as part of this pre-procurement market engagement to help inform the Council's options and further decision making
Click one of the below sessions to book your place.
• Monday 23rd February 10:00-12:00 Click here to book
• Monday 23rd February 14:00-16:00 Click here to book
Please note you only need to attend one session as they will be the same.
If you have issues clicking the booking links please contact assistance@hcpa.co.uk
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030
- Possible extension to 31 March 2032
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Engagement
Engagement deadline
31 May 2026
Engagement process description
Hertfordshire County Council's Commissioning for Older People Team is undertaking preliminary market engagement (PME) in relation to Lead Provider contracts delivered across Hertfordshire for Reablement and Support at Home. The current contracts are due to expire on 31 March 2027, and the Council intends to undertake a full procurement process during 2026.
The purpose of this PME activity is to provide organisations with relevant expertise and experience the opportunity to:
• Offer initial views and ideas regarding the service model, desired outcomes, scope
• Engage with the Council to gain a clearer understanding of its priorities, challenges, and intended outcomes
• Inform the Council of current market trends, innovations and developments
• Support the Council in shaping and refining future requirements to ensure they can be effectively developed and delivered
• Explore potential options and approaches collaboratively with the Council
The Council will consider the input and responses received as part of this pre-procurement market engagement to help inform the Council's options and further decision making
Click one of the below sessions to book your place.
• Monday 23rd February 10:00-12:00 Click here to book
• Monday 23rd February 14:00-16:00 Click here to book
Please note you only need to attend one session as they will be the same.
If you have issues clicking the booking links please contact assistance@hcpa.co.uk
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Hertfordshire County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWJT-5264-WYMY
Robertson House, Six Hills Way
Stevenage
SG1 2FQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government