The Specialist Care Framework

Borough of Telford & WrekincontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-052220Procurement Act 2023Light-touch servicesSME suitableVCSE suitablepending
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Estimated value

Awarded value

£65.0m

Awarded 24 Feb 2026

Suppliers

19

19 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

25 Feb 2026

Description

Telford & Wrekin Council are looking to receive applications from Providers to join a multi-provider Framework that will deliver specialist care services for adults with: ● Learning Disabilities ● Autism ● Mental Health ● Acquired Brain Injury We are keen to work with established, experienced providers who deliver a curious, compassionate and solution focused approach central to delivering a person-centred service.

Scope

Reference
TWC001199
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2028
CPV classifications
85000000
Contract locations
West Midlands, 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
Quality ComplianceThe bidder must demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality services as specified in the tender documents. This includes: • Evidence of service delivery standards and performance monitoring processes. • Details of quality assurance frameworks and continuous improvement practices. • Examples of previous contracts where quality standards were met or exceeded. For further information, please see Tender Documents.quality1.00%
Regulatory ComplianceFor services involving regulated health or social care activities, the successful provider must hold current registration with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008. This requirement ensures that all services delivered under these Lots meet statutory standards for safety, quality, and governance. Evidence Required: • A valid CQC registration certificate for the relevant regulated activities. Applicability: This criterion applies only to Services where regulated activities (as defined by CQC) will be delivered. Bidders must clearly indicate compliance for these Services. Failure to provide evidence of CQC registration for applicable Services will result in disqualification from those Services. For further information, please see Tender Documents.quality2.00%

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure

Award details

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

Awarded value

£65.0m

Award date

24 Feb 2026

Contract start

31 Mar 2026

Contract end

31 Mar 2028