Bedford Borough Council Residential and Nursing Care Homes Framework Agreement

Bedford Borough Council is currently reviewing and developing a new Residential Care Framework for the future commissioning of residential care services across the borough. We would like to invite you to participate in an upcoming Market Engagement Day to help shape this important development. This event will provide an opportunity for providers to engage directly with the Council’s commissioning and brokerage teams to discuss the proposed framework, share insights from your operational experience, and help ensure that the framework supports both high-quality care and a sustainable provider market. Why attend? Participating in this engagement event will give providers the opportunity to: • Gain early insight into the proposed Residential Care Framework • Contribute to the design and development of the framework • Share feedback on pricing structures, service expectations, and quality standards • Understand how the framework may shape future commissioning arrangements • Strengthen relationships with the Council’s commissioning and brokerage teams • Help ensure the framework reflects real market conditions and operational realities Your expertise and experience are essential in helping us develop a framework that works effectively for providers, the Council, and most importantly the residents who rely on these services. Event Details Date: Tuesday 28th April Time: 10:00 – 13:00 Location: Kings House, 245 Ampthill Rd, Bedford MK42 9AZ The agenda is as follows: 10:00 Welcome & Introduction to the Event 10:10 Background & Strategic Context 10:25 Procurement Route to Market & Timeline 10:40 Draft Lotting Proposals 11:00 Comfort break 11:10 Provider Feedback & Open Discussion 11:40 Next steps 11:55 Final Q&A 12:00 Close and Networking Lunch We strongly encourage providers to attend and take part in the discussion. This is an important opportunity to help shape the future commissioning landscape for residential care services within Bedford Borough. To confirm attendance and registration, or if you have any questions in advance of the event, please contact Lisa Balderson, Care Network Business Manager Email: lisa@bedscaregroupltd.co.uk Telephone: 07538 416655