Scope
Reference
GSC1001098REQ
Description
Denbighshire County Council are undertaking this tendering exercise on behalf of ADSS CYMRU.
ADSS Cymru is a not for profit organisation which represents the Statutory Directors of Social Service in Wales and all Heads of Service who have responsibility for adult social care, children and young people services or business management for those services across Local Authorities in Wales.
ADSS Cymru is seeking to appoint a service provider who will provide a robust business support service to ensure ADSS CYMRU is able to deliver a successful programme of improvement in social services across Wales and be at the forefront of Welsh national Social Services policy development and implementation.
See Invitation to Tender document for full specification of requirements.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,350,000 excluding VAT
- £1,620,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030
- Possible extension to 31 March 2032
- 6 years
Description of possible extension:
The Initial Term may be extended annually for a maximum of up to two years in total (maximum permissible end date therefore being 31st March 2032) at the option of ADSS CYMRU giving the Service provider at least 90 days written notice before the expiry of the Initial Term.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85321000 - Administrative social services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
See ITT
Technical ability conditions of participation
See ITT
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
10 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tender to be submitted via Proactis Supplier Portal
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
- Welsh
- English
Award decision date (estimated)
9 January 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 9 November 2029
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | See ITT |
Quality | 100.00% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
See ITT available via Proactis Supplier Portal
Technical specifications to be met
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
See ITT available via Proactis Supplier Portal
Contracting authority
ADSS Cymru
- Companies House: 11378906
Ty Antur Navigation Park
Abercynon, Mountain Ash
CF45 4SN
United Kingdom
Region: UKL15 - Central Valleys
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Denbighshire County Council
Summary of their role in this procurement: Managing tendering process
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTPG-8659-JMCD
Wynnstay Road
Ruthin
LL15 1YN
United Kingdom
Region: UKL13 - Conwy and Denbighshire