Bath and North East Somerset Adult Social Care: Prevention & Early Intervention

A Prior Information Notice
by BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
5 year
Value
£2M-£2M
Sector
HEALTH
Published
09 Apr 2025
Delivery
01 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2030
Deadline
25 Jun 2025 11:00

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Location

Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

Bath and North East Somerset Council is alerting the market to an upcoming tender for Community Support Services: Prevention & Early Intervention services, previously under a prime provider model since 2017, to improve outcomes for Adults and Carers, prevent health inequalities, and prevent, delay or reduce statutory care needs. This Prior Information Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity for Prevention & Early Intervention services. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied. Estimated Contract Value by Lot: Lot 1: Independent Living Support: £1,890,000 Lot 2: Information/ Advice for Older People: £170,000 Estimated Total Value: £2m over 7 years*. *Funding includes Better Care Fund contributions, intended at this value, subject to external confirmation. Procurement Approach: Standalone Open Tender with lotting (2 lots), service commencing 1 January 2026. Social value (min 10% weighting) focuses on local employment, SME support, and community engagement. Mandatory requirements may include but are not limited to 2 years' experience or equivalent, compliance with FSA regulations, £250k turnover, ability to mobilise locally and compliance with safeguarding standards.

Lot Division

1 Independent Living Support:
  • Value: £2M

The Council's objective is to promote wellbeing of residents and prevent, delay or reduce the need for statutory care. This is a short term, targeted service, for adults and older people providing low level social care interventions to support and sustain independence, support prevention of escalation, reduction of dependency, improved self-care, and improve individual health and wellbeing. Note: Specialist support for people with learning disability, autism and neurodiverse people is not included. * Scope, specifications and values may adjust based on feedback
2 Information/ Advice for Older People

The Council's objective is to promote wellbeing of residents and prevent, delay or reduce the need for statutory care. This service will operate through home visits and outreach surgeries, promoting independence and support social and financial inclusion. * Scope, specifications and values may adjust based on feedback

Renewal Options

Anticipated 5+2 (subject to change)

CPV Codes

  • 85310000 - Social work services

Indicators

  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

An online supplier event on Thursday, 24 April 2025 will provide details and answer queries. Register via Proactis (https://procontract.due-north.com) for event access. Post-event feedback is welcome. Please note that the event Q&A will not inform submissions unless published on Proactis. Submit formal queries post-event via the portal for official responses. The session will be recorded and available for non-attendees. ** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **

Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-050029
  • FTS 014128-2025

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