Official UK procurement notice
Foundations for Change Flexible Framework for Additional Support Services (Adults Aged 18–65)
Authority: West Dunbartonshire Council (Local council)
What is being bought6 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionWest Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (WDHSCP) is seeking to establish a Flexible Framework for the provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65.
Services will support individuals with a range of needs including learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health conditions.
The Framework will operate on a flexible basis, allowing new providers to apply for admission throughout its term.
- How the procedure runs: https://www.procurementjourney.scot/
CPV: Community health services · Guidance and counselling services · Social services · Social work and related services · Social work services · Welfare services for disabled people
Lots and requirements (6)Procurement structure
6 lots · all with a published valueEvery one of these 2 lots carries the same published figure, £620,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.
Lot #1Learning Disabilities (including complex needs and behaviours that challenge)Published value£13,090,000
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with learning disabilities, including those with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.
Services will be person centred, outcomes focused and delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3. Providers will support individuals to live independently within their communities and work in partnership with the HSCP and other agencies.
Services must be capable of delivery on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot #2Physical DisabilitiesPublished value£3,740,000
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with physical disabilities.
Services will support individuals to maximise independence and achieve personal outcomes, including delivery of personal care, mobility support and community engagement.
Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must reflect a person centred, outcomes based approach. Services must be capable of delivery on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot #3Cognitive Impairment (including Acquired Brain Injury)ceiling above
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with cognitive impairments, including acquired brain injury.
Providers will deliver tailored support to meet complex cognitive and behavioural needs, supporting individuals to maintain independence and achieve agreed outcomes.
Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must be flexible and responsive, including provision on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot #4Sensory Impairmentceiling above
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with sensory impairments.
Services will support individuals with visual and or hearing impairments to live independently and access their communities.
Support must be tailored to individual needs and delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 using a person centred, outcomes based approach. Services must be available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot #5Mental Health (including severe and enduring conditions)Published value£1,870,000
Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with mental health conditions, including severe and enduring needs.
Services will promote recovery, independence and social inclusion, supporting individuals to achieve outcomes aligned to their care plans.
Services will be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 and must be responsive and available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
Lot #6All Services (Lots 1–5)Published value£23,690,000
Provision of additional support services across all service areas outlined in Lots 1 to 5.
Providers must demonstrate the capability to deliver services across multiple client groups including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health.
Services must be delivered in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3 using a person centred, outcomes focused approach. Services must be flexible and available on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year basis where required.
The duration of the framework exceeds four years due to the complex and long term nature of the services being delivered. Continuity of care for vulnerable individuals, workforce stability and the need for providers to invest in sustainable service delivery models require a longer term arrangement. The flexible structure of the framework ensures ongoing competition and responsiveness to changing needs. Additional information: This lot forms part of a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
This procurement uses the Open Procedure under the Light Touch Regime. It establishes a multi-supplier flexible framework for additional support services for adults aged 18–65. Evaluation will be based on MEAT (Quality 80%, Price 20%). Bidders must submit SPD, technical and commercial responses. The framework will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.
- Technical & professional ability
The delivery of the services under this Framework is subject to regulatory requirements.
Providers must be registered with the Care Inspectorate in accordance with the Public Services Reform (Scotland) Act 2010 for the delivery of relevant care services.
Providers must also ensure that all staff are suitably qualified and, where applicable, registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or other relevant regulatory bodies, in accordance with applicable legislation and national care standards.
- Shortlisting
- Bidders must demonstrate their suitability to deliver the services in accordance with the requirements set out in the Invitation to Tender documentation. This will include assessment of: - compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements - registration with the Care Inspectorate where applicable - economic and financial standing - technical and professional ability, including experience of delivering similar services - capacity to deliver person centred, outcomes focused services aligned with Self Directed Support (SDS) Full details of the selection criteria and evaluation methodology are provided within the Invitation to Tender documentation available via PCS-T.
- “Foundations for Change Flexible Framework for Additional Support…” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record · publisher note attached- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Cancelled
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use this agreement
- Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Unspecified in notice
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 5 Jun 2026, 16:22 BST
- Last source update
- 12 Jun 2026, 15:59 BST
- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-055847- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06af1eFind a Tender
- How it runs
- Electronic trading
- e-invoicing allowed · electronic payment
- Performance terms
The contract will be performed in accordance with the Service Specification, Terms and Conditions and all applicable legislation.
Providers must deliver person centred, outcomes focused services in line with Self Directed Support Option 2 and Option 3. Providers must ensure appropriate staffing, training, supervision and quality assurance arrangements and be capable of delivering services 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year where required.
Providers must comply with Care Inspectorate requirements and all relevant regulatory standards.
The Framework will operate as a flexible arrangement open to new entrants.
In line with the published Flexible Framework Terms, any changes in law will take precedence and workforce matters will be managed in line with framework variation procedures.
Publisher note: This procurement is conducted under the Light Touch Regime in accordance with the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. This procurement establishes a flexible framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Providers who meet the selection and award criteria may apply to join the framework after the initial award. Admission to the framework does not guarantee any volume of work. Services will be commissioned on a call-off basis. In line with the published Flexible Framework Terms, should any requirements be subject to changes in law, such changes will take precedence. Workforce matters will be managed in line with framework variation procedures. All tender documentation is available via PCS‑T and responses must be submitted electronically through PCS‑T. (SC Ref:834610)
How it was run
Official notice- Appointment period ends
- 17 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
- Submission channel
- {"written"}
- Accepted languages
- en
Timeline
12 Jun 2026 → 17 Jul 2026 · 2 dates- Notice published136 days ago12 Jun 2026, 15:59 BST
- Admission / appointment period ends102 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown17 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
Notice history
1 event · 2 releases on Find a Tender- Status changed to cancelled12 Jun 2026, 15:59 BST
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecastContracting authority & participating public bodies
Dispute resolution & review bodies
- Sheriff CourtReview body
Official documents & specifications
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