Scope
Description
The overarching purpose of the provision of dementia support services is to ensure that people with dementia, and their carers and family members, who are resident in Bedfordshire (excluding Luton), receive quality support services which help them understand their condition, achieve their desired outcomes and maintain their wellbeing and quality of life.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £656,032 excluding VAT
- £820,790 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2029
- Possible extension to 1 April 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The Contract can be extended for up to a further two years.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKH25 - Central Bedfordshire
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Not applicable.
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Tender submission deadline
26 August 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
24 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | Award based on Quality, Price and Social Value. |
Price |
Weighting description
Award based on Quality, Price and Social Value.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Central Bedfordshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVNH-1137-QJBX
Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands
Shefford
SG17 5TQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKH25 - Central Bedfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government