Scope
Description
Triangle Housing wish to appoint competent and experienced agency providers to provide care and support agency workers as required. Full details related to the scope of services to be procured are included within the tender documentation.
The proposed framework agreement will be established for an initial term of two years with an option to extend for a further period of two years via annual extensions. The estimated spend value per annum Is c. 1 million GBP (exc VAT), reflecting the strategic importance and scope of the services required.
The opportunity will be sub-divided into three lots as detailed below. Bidders can apply for one or more lots.
- Lot 1 - Belfast, Crumlin and Greenisland Region
- Lot 2 - Ballymena Region
- Lot 3 - Ballymoney and Causeway Region
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £4,000,000 excluding VAT
- £4,800,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2027
- Possible extension to 31 July 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
The proposed framework agreement will be established for an initial term of two years with an option to extend for a further period of two years via annual extensions.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79600000 - Recruitment services
- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff
Contract locations
- UKN - Northern Ireland
Lot 1. Belfast, Crumlin and Greenisland Region
Description
This region covers the following areas and postcodes - Belfast, Carryduff, Belvoir, Crumlin, Greenisland - BT4, BT5, BT6, BT8, BT28, BT29 and BT38.
Bidders should note that the postcode coverage may be subject to change during the contract period.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,600,000 excluding VAT
- £1,920,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Ballymena Region
Description
This region covers the following areas and postcodes - Ballymena, Ballyclare - BT39 and BT43.
Bidders should note that the postcode coverage may be subject to change during the contract period.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Ballymoney and Causeway Region
Description
This region covers the following areas and postcodes - Ballymoney, Coleraine, Ballycastle - BT52, BT53 and BT54.
Bidders should note that the postcode coverage may be subject to change during the contract period.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
As detailed in the tender documentation.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Belfast, Crumlin and Greenisland Region
Lot 2. Ballymena Region
Lot 3. Ballymoney and Causeway Region
As detailed in the tender documentation.
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Belfast, Crumlin and Greenisland Region
Lot 2. Ballymena Region
Lot 3. Ballymoney and Causeway Region
As detailed in the tender documentation.
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Belfast, Crumlin and Greenisland Region
Lot 2. Ballymena Region
Lot 3. Ballymoney and Causeway Region
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
7 May 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
15 May 2025, 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)
1 August 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 April 2029
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Price |
Price | 70% |
| Quality | Quality |
Quality | 30% |
Other information
Payment terms
Payment details are as set out in the tender documentation.
Description of risks to contract performance
Availability / capacity of providers to provide services.
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Triangle Housing
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDLJ-7526-BYDM
60 Eastermeade Gardens,
Ballymoney
BT53 6BD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Patricia Conway
Telephone: +441925282360
Email: pconway@pfh.co.uk
Website: https://www.trianglehousing.org.uk/
Region: UKN0C - Causeway Coast and Glens
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland