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# Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite Services for Adults with Complex Needs

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dynamic-purchasing-system-for-the-provision-specialist-residential-and-respite-services-fo-ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Warrington Borough Council: "Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision Specialist Residential and Respite Services for Adults with Complex Needs". Published status: active. Dynamic Market Estimate: Value not published. 4 published lots. Recorded submission deadline: 28 Sept 2028, 12:00 BST. Published submission portal: procontract.due-north.com.

## Key Information
- **Status:** ACTIVE (open for submissions, 707 days left when this document was generated)
- **Buyer:** [Warrington Borough Council](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/warrington-borough-council-ons-e06000007)
- **Dynamic Market Estimate (lifetime call-offs):** Value not published (currency not published)
- **Submission Deadline:** 28 September 2028 at 12:00 BST
- **Lots:** 4
- **Procurement Method:** Restricted procedure
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Social work services, Social work services with accommodation, Social work services without accommodation
- **Delivery Location:** UKD61
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0024
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dynamic-purchasing-system-for-the-provision-specialist-residential-and-respite-services-fo-ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [procontract.due-north.com](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocontract.due-north.com%2FAdvert%3FadvertId%3D5edf39ae-d5ee-ef11-8134-005056b64545%26p%3De0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/dynamic-purchasing-system-for-the-provision-specialist-residential-and-respite-services-fo-ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d#participate

## Description
Warrington Borough Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to procure Specialist Residential and Respite Services for adults aged 18-64 with complex needs. The DPS will provide a flexible and compliant route to secure high-quality placements and support services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, dementia, physical disabilities, and/or challenging behaviours.
The DPS will run from 1st March 2025 to 23rd February 2029, with no extensions beyond this date due to legal requirements under the Procurement Act 2023. The estimated total value is £65 million over the DPS term, though this is indicative and not guaranteed.
The DPS is divided into four Lots to match provider capabilities with service requirements:
Lot 1: Specialist Residential Care – In Warrington (long-term care)
Lot 2: Specialist Residential Care – Outside Warrington (long-term care)
Lot 3: Residential Respite – In Warrington (short-term/emergency care)
Lot 4: Residential Respite – Outside Warrington (short-term/emergency care)
Providers can apply for one or more Lots, and new providers can join the DPS at any time. Providers already on the DPS can apply to additional Lots or withdraw from Lots as needed.
Care placements will be awarded through mini-competitions issued to providers within the relevant Lot, with contracts awarded based on quality and price. Services will support individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting dignity, choice, and well-being.
Key expectations include:
Delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
Adherence to the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Safeguarding Adults legislation.
Compliance with CQC requirements (where applicable).
Safe, appropriate environments supporting individuals’ well-being.
Providers will work collaboratively with families, health, and social care professionals to meet individual needs.
Interested providers must register on The Chest (www.the-chest.org.uk) to access the full Invitation to Participate (ITP) and submit their application. Applications can be submitted at any time during the DPS term

## Lots (4)
### Lot 1: Lot 1: Specialist Residential Care – In Warrington
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 85311000
- **Delivery regions:** UKD

- **Description:** Providers will deliver long-term residential care and support for adults with complex needs within Warrington, focusing on enabling independence and improving well-being.

### Lot 2: Specialist Residential Care – Outside Warrington
- **Lot id:** `2`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 85311000
- **Delivery regions:** UKD

- **Description:** Providers will offer long-term residential care placements for adults with complex needs in locations outside Warrington, ensuring access to specialist care where local provision may not be suitable.

### Lot 3: Residential Respite Care – In Warrington
- **Lot id:** `3`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 85312000
- **Delivery regions:** UKD

- **Description:** Providers will offer short-term respite care, including planned and emergency stays, for adults with complex needs within Warrington, giving carers a break while supporting individuals in a safe environment.

### Lot 4: Residential Respite Care – Outside Warrington
- **Lot id:** `4`
- **Status:** active
- **CPV codes:** 85312000
- **Delivery regions:** UKD

- **Description:** Providers will deliver short-term respite care, including emergency placements, for adults with complex needs outside Warrington, providing flexibility for families and access to specialist settings if required.

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F006379-2025)
- **Last Source Update:** 2025-02-20T16:13:06.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-22T17:12:04.062Z
- **Machine API:** https://tenderline.uk/api/public/tenders/ocds-h6vhtk-04e56d