Scope
Reference
CWC25110
Description
The Authority intends to commission a single-supplier framework for Shared Lives management.
The Provider will deliver a Shared Lives Scheme in Wolverhampton that will be provided to individuals assessed as needing care and support under the Care Act 2014 or Children Act 1989, who reside in the City of Wolverhampton. While Shared Lives is primarily designed for adults aged 18 and over, it can begin working with young people from age 16 as part of transitional planning into adult services.
Shared Lives is a form of community-based adult social care in which individuals receive support from a Shared Lives Carer, either by living in the carer's home on a short-term or long-term basis, or through day support and respite arrangements. It is not residential or nursing care in the traditional sense, but offers a personalised, family-style alternative.
The framework will be for two years with plus one, plus one extension options (2 + 1 + 1).
The framework is intended to commence on 1st July 2026.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £4,778,702 excluding VAT
- £5,734,442.40 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028
- Possible extension to 30 June 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
There are 2 optional 1 year extensions. The total term is 2 + 1 + 1 (4 years).
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
1
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Prices are determined when bidding for the framework.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
As stipulated within the ITT documentation.
Technical ability conditions of participation
As stipulated within the ITT documentation.
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
13 March 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)
4 May 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 7 January 2030
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Pricing Schedule / Commercial Matrix | Price | 25% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
| Equality, Diversity & Inclusion | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Wolverhampton City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBV-7568-LBLL
Civic Centre, St Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1SH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government