AT1453 Community Carers Support Service

Luton CouncilcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-05ac3fProcurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitablepending
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Estimated value

Awarded value

£713k

Awarded 02 Feb 2026

Suppliers

1

1 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

02 Feb 2026

Description

To provide a face to face service for carers within the community. ongoing transformation of adult social care and community wellbeing. The service will: • Deliver high-quality information, advice, navigation, and emotional support for unpaid carers aged 18+ • Strengthen early identification and resilience, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing • Align with the Luton Carers Strategy 2023-2028 and the Luton 2040 Vision We are seeking experienced, values-driven organisations able to deliver flexible, inclusive, and outcomes-focused support.

Scope

Reference
DN793315
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2029
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2031

24 Month extension if performance is good, specification is met and funding is available.

CPV classifications
85000000
Contract locations
Luton, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Qualityquality55.00%
Priceprice25.00%
Social ValueSocial Value over and above the Specification.quality20.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

See tender documents for further information. You will be required to have an annual turnover of at least £300,000 to meet the Conditions of Participation. Acceptance of the Contract Terms and Conditions as provided. (Contract Terms and Conditions will be uploaded to the portal week beginning 17 November 2025.)

Relevant experience by providing up to three contracts of providing services as described in the Specification.

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Open procedure

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£713k

Award date

02 Feb 2026

Contract start

31 Mar 2026

Contract end

31 Mar 2029

Awarded to