Choice, Independence and Community Living Framework
Scope
Reference
DN824956
Description
The purpose of the Choice, Independence and Community Living Framework is to commission a diverse, high-quality and sustainable range of services that enable adults in Wirral to live with choice, independence and strong connections to their local communities.
The framework will secure provision across Supported Living (Care and accommodation-based support), Day Opportunities and Short Breaks. It is intended to ensure that support is flexible, inclusive and responsive to local need, reflecting the diverse communities of Wirral and the lived experiences of people who draw on care and support.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open frameworkWhat is an open framework?
Total value (estimated)
- £507,520,000 excluding VAT
- £507,520,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2035
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 – Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKD74 – Wirral
Lot 1. Care and Accommodation
Description
Care and Accommodation focuses on the commissioning and delivery of high-quality, person-centered accommodation and support options that enable individuals to live safe, meaningful and fulfilling lives with choice, independence and dignity.
Lot value (estimated)
- £468,000,000 excluding VAT
- £468,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Day Opportunities
Description
The services covered within this specification align to the Day Opportunities element of the Framework and will include a range of types of Day Opportunities which will include:
Enablement and Skills Support: Short-term, outcome-focused interventions that build independence, confidence and life skills
Personalised Community: Based Support: Flexible, strengths-based support delivered in community settings
Specialist and Intensive Day Opportunities: Support for individuals with more complex needs, including where building-based or specialist environments are required
Lot value (estimated)
- £34,400,000 excluding VAT
- £34,400,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3a. Short Breaks- Bed Based
Description
Bed-Based Short Break Services are short-term breaks that include overnight accommodation and support provided away from an individual’s usual place of residence. This includes residential respite, supported living overnight arrangements, specialist short break units, emergency respite and crisis placements
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,560,000 excluding VAT
- £2,560,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3b. Short Breaks- Non bed based
Description
Non-Bed-Based Short Break Services are flexible support arrangements that do not include overnight accommodation and are delivered in an individual’s home, local community or other non-residential setting. This includes home-based support, community-based short breaks, activity-based support, Shared Days, evening and weekend support, community companion support and other personalised short break arrangements designed to provide a break for carers while promoting independence, well-being and community participation.
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,560,000 excluding VAT
- £2,560,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
31 January 2035
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
All information provided within the tender documentation
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Enquiry deadline
25 September 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 October 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Contract title- Choice, Independence and Community Living Framework
Reference- DN824956
Closing date/time- 12 Noon on Monday 5th October 2026
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 December 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 31 January 2035
Award criteria
Lot 1. Care and Accommodation
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Assessment | 80% Quality split- 40% Cross lot questions and 40% Lot specific questions | Quality | 80% |
| Social Value | 10% Social value Question within tender documentation | Quality | 10% |
| Price | 10% Price- Agreement to fixed rate | Price | 10% |
Lot 2. Day Opportunities
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Assessment | 60% Quality split- 40% Cross lot and 20% Lot specific questions | Quality | 60% |
| Price | 30% Price- Ceiling price | Price | 30% |
| Social Value | 10%- Social value Question within tender documentation | Quality | 10% |
Lot 3a. Short Breaks- Bed Based
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Assessment | 60% Quality split- 40% Cross lot and 20% Lot specific | Quality | 60% |
| Price | 30% Price- Ceiling Price | Price | 30% |
| Social Value | 10%- Social value Question within tender documentation | Quality | 10% |
Lot 3b. Short Breaks- Non bed based
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality assessment | 85% Quality split- 40% Cross lot and 45% Lot specific | Quality | 85% |
| Social Value | 10%- Social value Question within tender documentation | Quality | 10% |
| Price | 5% Price | Price | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Wirral Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBCP-8675-BHWT
Town Hall, Brighton Street
Wallasey
CH44 8ED
United Kingdom
Email: procurementpeople@wirral.gov.uk
Region: UKD74 – Wirral
Organisation type: Public authority – sub-central government
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