Scope
Description
As part of its statutory duty, and in line with its vision, priorities and values, Westmorland and Furness Council has commissioned this All-Age Carers Service to support unpaid carers across Westmorland and Furness.
A Carer is anyone who looks after a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of their physical or mental health, disability, or an addiction, and would find it difficult to manage without their support. The care they give is unpaid.
Carers can be of any age, supporting a child or an adult.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028
- Possible extension to 31 December 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKD12 - East Cumbria
Engagement
Engagement deadline
8 May 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
Westmorland and Furness Council
All Age Carers Support Contract
Supplier Information Event - Thursday 8th May 2025 10am-11am
We would like to invite any interested suppliers to attend an information event via Teams regarding the recommission of the All Age Carers Support Contract.
We will cover -
• Commissioning timeline
• New contract budget and length
• Feedback from service users
If you would like to attend please contact commissioning.WAF@cumbria.gov.uk for a link to the meeting.
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Westmorland and Furness Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYYD-1758-YNVR
South Lakeland House
Kendal
LA9 4DQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government