Official UK procurement notice
Working Age Adults Care Home Services
Authority: Carmarthenshire County Council (Local council)·Consortium: 4 public authorities
What is being bought3 lots · detail below
Published requirement descriptionCarmarthenshire County Council, in collaboration with regional partners Pembrokeshire County Council and Ceredigion County Council, is developing a regional framework for Working Age Adult Care Home Services across the West Wales region.
The proposed Framework will be structured into three service Lots, reflecting the primary client groups:
Lot 1: Learning Disabilities, including Autism
Lot 2: Mental Health
Lot 3: Physical Disabilities
Providers may apply for one or more Lots, depending on their area of expertise and service provision. The Lots are intended to support a more structured and consistent approach to commissioning across the region, ensuring that services can meet a range of needs for working age adults.
The proposed Framework will be open to:
- Providers with existing care home provision within the region; and/or
- Providers who intend to establish a care home service within the region within the next 12 months.
(This means:
- Securing or being in the process of securing suitable premises.
- Obtaining planning permission (where required).
- Registering or preparing to register with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).
- Recruiting staff and developing operational arrangements.
- Having a clear business plan and timetable for opening.)
Providers joining the Framework will be required to demonstrate a commitment to supporting citizens from across the West Wales region and prioritising regional placements.
This procurement is being conducted as a Light Touch Contract under Section 9 of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). In accordance with Section 23(6), the Authority considers proximity between service users and providers to be important for the effective delivery of the services and therefore in order to be included on the Framework suppliers must have an existing care home provision within the region (Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and/or Pembrokeshire); and/or intend to establish a care home service within the region within the next 12 months.
The Authority may, in accordance with the flexibility afforded under the Light Touch Regime (Section 9, PA23), undertake a refresh of this Framework at one or more intervals during the Framework Term.
The Authority will publish a Tender Notice for each refresh event, clearly setting out the requirements, evaluation methodology and timeline. Suppliers admitted through the refresh shall be appointed on the same substantive terms as existing Framework Suppliers. The refresh may include, but shall not be limited to, varying the number, scope, extent and description of the Lots, Services and/or Pricing (as the case may be), together with the appointment of additional (new) Suppliers onto the Framework Agreement to maintain market access and continuity of service.
Business Wales Business Wales will deliver a live tender workshop to support providers interested in applying for the Working Age Adult Care Home Services Framework. The event will be held on 30/07/2026 and providers must register: wales.business-events.org.uk/en/events/working-ag… ↗
CPV: Health and social work services
How this framework works
From the published notice- Type
- Closed framework
- Call-offs
- call-offs are awarded directly to appointed suppliers, without further competition
- Framework period
- 4 yrs · up to 6 yrs from 1 Dec 2026
Published description of the framework
Call-Off Contracts will be awarded to Framework Suppliers in accordance with the provisions set out in Appendix 4 of the Framework Agreement. .
There are two Selection Processes:
Direct Award Process (User Choice) - Under the Procurement Act 2023, Section 41 (Schedule 5, paragraphs 15–17)
A contract is a user choice contract where:
- the services are of a kind specified in regulations under section 9 (i.e., light touch contracts),
-they are supplied for the benefit of a particular individual, and
- a contracting authority would be required by statute to have regard to the views of the individual (or their carer) as to who should supply the services.
The conditions for user choice apply where:
- the individual (or their carer) has expressed a preference as to who should supply the services, or the nature of the services is such that only one supplier is capable of providing them
Selection Process- Enhanced User Choice
The Selection Process will be undertaken where:
- There is more than one suitable Framework supplier able to meet the assessed needs
The Selection Process will be commenced by the Authority issuing to all Framework Suppliers (other than any Framework Supplier which is suspended from the Framework Agreement) in the relevant Lot or Lots an Invitation to Tender.
The selection process will consider price and quality.
Tenderers who pass the selection process will be considered by the individual or their representative for the final decision on placement suitability. The Call-Off Contract will be awarded under Enhanced User Choice
Costs for both selection processes will be agreed in line with Care Cubed
Lots and requirements (3)Procurement structure
3 lots · all with a published value · same conditions of participation on every lot · evaluation weights differ by lotLot #1Learning Disabilities including AutismRenewalPublished value£320,000,000
Services for individuals with learning disabilities requiring a range of care and support depending on the nature and complexity of their individual needs.
- Technical & professional ability
As per ITT_125115
Lot #2Mental HealthRenewalPublished value£130,000,000
Support for individuals with a mental health condition, including ARBI with a focus on enabling people to recover and develop the capacity to maintain their recovery and to live as independently as possible.
- Technical & professional ability
As per ITT_125115
Lot #3Physical DisabilityRenewalPublished value£20,000,000
Support for individuals with a physical disability to live an optimum life in an environment that supports and encourages them to reach their maximum potential in physical, cognitive, social, and psychological functioning.
- Technical & professional ability
As per ITT_125115
What it takes to wini
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).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add morei
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).
Lots publish different evaluation splits; there is no single procedure weighting.
| Lot | Quality | Split |
|---|---|---|
| 1 · Learning Disabilities including Autism | 100% | |
| 2 · Mental Health | 100% | |
| 3 · Physical Disability | 100% |
- Technical & professional ability
As per ITT_125115
- “Working Age Adults Care Home Services” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract, and call-offs are awarded directly: getting appointed is the whole game.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Closed
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Light touch regime
- 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
- 22 May 2026, 13:08 BST
- Last source update
- 8 Sept 2026, 14:40 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end – 26 Oct 2026
- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-067740- Latest notice
- Tender notice (UK4)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a11bFind a Tender
How it was run
Official notice- Appointment period ends
- 14 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST
- Clarification deadline
- 4 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en, cy
To assist you in locating these opportunities on the BRAVO E Procurement System the project code is: project_63293
As this is an Open procedure , Tenderers must ensure that all ITT questions are fully responded to. The following ITT Project codes may further assist you in locating the opportunities:
ITT Code: itt_125115
Please also ensure you check the Attachments area for any documents/ information which may assist you with your submission or you are required to upload as part of your submission as per information contained within the tender pack.
Suppliers Instructions How to express interest in this Tender:
- Register your company on the etenderwales portal (this is only required once)
- Browse to the eSourcing Portal: www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk ↗
- Click the "Suppliers register here" link
- Enter your correct business and user details
- Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete
- You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure)
- Agree to the terms and conditions and click "continue"
- Express an Interest in the Project
- Login to the portal with the username/password
- Click the "ITTs Open to All Suppliers" link. (These are Invitation to Tender Documents open to any registered supplier)
- Click on the relevant ITT to access the content.
- Click the "Express Interest" button at the top of the screen
- This will move the ITT into your "My ITTs" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only)
- Click on the ITT code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the ''Buyer Attachments" on the left hand side of the screen
- Responding to the tender
- At the top of the screen you can choose to Create Response or Decline to Respond (please give a reason if declining)
- You can now use the Messages function on to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification
- Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT
- There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available)
If you require any further assistance use the online help, or the BravoSolution help desk is available Mon - Fri (8am - 6pm) on:
- Supplier Support Request: jaggaer.my.site.com/suppliersupportreque… ↗
- Supplier Registration Video: app.screencast.com/2srN0n260W9nX ↗
- Phone: 0800 069 8634
Carmarthenshire County Council will be conducting this procurement exercise through the Value Wales e-Tendering portal. This can be found at www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk ↗, all information may be downloaded and returned through this channel.
Cyfarwyddiadau E-dendro
I'ch cynorthwyo i ddod o hyd i'r cyfleoedd hyn ar System E-gaffael BRAVO, y côd prosiect yw: project_63293
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Côd Gwahoddiad i Dendro (ITT): itt_125115
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Cyfarwyddiadau i Gyflenwyr: Sut mae mynegi diddordeb yn y Tendr hwn:
- Cofrestrwch eich cwmni ar borth eDendroCymru – etenderwales (unwaith yn unig y mae'n rhaid gwneud hyn)
- Ewch i bori yn y porth e-Gyrchu: www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk ↗
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- Bydd hwn yn symud y Gwahoddiad i Dendro i'ch tudalen "Fy Ngwahoddiadau i Dendro – My ITTs” (Mae hon yn adran ddiogel sydd wedi'i neilltuo ar gyfer eich prosiectau chi'n unig)
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Timeline
22 May 2026 → 1 Dec 2026 · 9 dates- Planning notice published153 days ago22 May 2026, 13:08 BST
- Market engagement113 days ago1 Jul 2026, 23:59 BST
A provider information event will be held via Microsoft Teams on 1st July 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm. The purpose of this event is to present key information relating to current commissioning arrangements and future proposals.
The session will provide an overview of:
- Current commissioning challenges, including market capacity, placement arrangements and identified gaps in provision
- The rationale for moving to a more structured, outcome‑focused commissioning model
- Proposals for the development of a new regional framework, including aligned contractual arrangements and a consistent regional fee model
- The procurement process and available tendering support
Please note that this event is primarily an information‑sharing session. Opportunities for clarification questions will be provided; however, this is not a formal consultation stage.
To attend, please register your interest by emailing:
[email protected], including your name and organisation.
Meeting link:
- Next notice expected106 days ago8 Jul 2026, 23:59 BST
- Tender notice published97 days ago17 Jul 2026, 12:08 BST
- Clarification questions by48 days ago4 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST
- Latest notice published44 days ago8 Sept 2026, 14:40 BST
- Admission / appointment period ends38 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown14 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST
- Today22 Oct 2026
- Award decision expected byin 5 days26 Oct 2026, 23:59 GMT
- Contract startsin 40 days1 Dec 2026
Notice history
14 events · 9 releases on Find a Tender · since 22 May 2026- Pipeline notice published22 May 2026, 13:08 BSTUK1
- Pipeline notice published3 Jun 2026, 09:22 BSTUK1
- Preliminary market engagement notice published5 Jun 2026, 09:33 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published9 Jun 2026, 10:27 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published15 Jun 2026, 13:36 BSTUK2
- Preliminary market engagement notice published17 Jun 2026, 11:29 BSTUK2
- Tender notice published17 Jul 2026, 12:08 BSTUK4
- Published value updated to £470,000,00017 Jul 2026, 12:08 BSTwas £20,000,000
- Status changed to active17 Jul 2026, 12:08 BST
- Procurement method changed17 Jul 2026, 12:08 BST
- Deadline published: 10 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST17 Jul 2026, 12:08 BST
- Tender notice published6 Aug 2026, 09:29 BSTUK4
- Tender notice published8 Sept 2026, 14:40 BSTUK4
- Deadline moved to 14 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST8 Sept 2026, 14:40 BST+4 days · was 10 Sept 2026, 14:00 BST
Published amendments (5)
Amended to remove Powys County Council who were on the original Pipeline in error.
Please note the Pre-Tender Event has now been moved to Wednesday 1st July, 10am - 12 noon.
Please note the Pre-Tender Event has now been moved to Wednesday 1st July, 10am - 12 noon.
To clarify the proximity rule and what is meant by establish a care home service within the region within the next 12 months.
To clarify the proximity rule and what is meant by establish a care home service within the region within the next 12 months.
Routine re-releases (9)
- 2026-06: 5 releases · 3 Jun 2026, 17 Jun 2026
- 2026-05: 1 release · 22 May 2026
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
4 public bodies on the noticeConsortium members and other public bodies
- Ceredigion County Council Contracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central governmentWelsh devolved regulations apply
- Pembrokeshire County CouncilContracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central governmentWelsh devolved regulations apply
- PowysContracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central governmentWelsh devolved regulations apply
Official documents & specifications (11)
Official links; attachments are not copiedTender pack and attachments
- Bidding documents and specifications Please see Tender Documents within the attachments area of ITT_125115
- Technical specifications See Technical Envelope of ITT_125115
Notices published for this procedure
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Tender notice Tender notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Preliminary market engagement notice Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- Pipeline notice Pipeline notice on Find a Tender