Scope
Reference
W193968
Description
Support to a comprehensive Better Care Fund programme of Health, Housing and Social Care integration support that provides support to social care local systems. To help systems deliver person centred integrated services.
Total value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 excluding VAT
- £6,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2028
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75122000 - Administrative healthcare services
- 85321000 - Administrative social services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
13 November 2025
Engagement process description
DHSC would like to invite organisations within the health and social care sector to be involved in a Request for Information exercise for the upcoming tender opportunity for the Better Care Fund 26/27.
There are two accompanying documents with this published notice, the first will hold some background information to the Authority, requirement and in scope activity for the contract. The second an RFI form with some questions that organisations will have to complete and return back to the department via the contact information found within the document.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the tender and ensure the opportunity is attractive to the market.
We look forward to your completed responses, Thank you.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
19 January 2026
Contracting authority
Department of Health & Social Care
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMQG-9965-CHZR
39 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0EU
United Kingdom
Contact name: Adam Griffiths
Email: adam.griffiths1@dhsc.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government