Foundations for Change Flexible Framework for Additional Support Services (Adults Aged 18–65)

What this is

West Dunbartonshire Council is establishing a Flexible Framework (Foundations for Change) for the provision of additional support services for adults aged 18-65 with various support needs. The framework covers 6 lots of support services and is open to new providers throughout its 60-month term. This notice was subsequently cancelled.

Key points

• Notice cancelled — no longer active
• Light touch procedure (social services) — not subject to standard open procedure rules
• Flexible Framework: open to new providers throughout 60-month term; estimated GBP 23.69m

Who can bid

Providers must be registered with the Care Inspectorate. Quality standards and care experience requirements vary by lot. Framework is open to new entrants throughout the 60-month term (Flexible Framework model).

How it is scored

Quality 60% · Price 40% Light touch procedure — quality-led evaluation with price. Specific criteria in procurement documents. 6 lots covering different adult support service types.

Money

Estimated total value GBP 23,690,000 over 60 months across all lots.

How to submit

Notice was cancelled. Electronic submission via PCS postbox when re-advertised.

Clarifications

Via PCS Q&A facility. Notice was cancelled.

Contract period

60-month framework (5 years). Open to new providers throughout the term. Call-off contracts issued as required.

Classification

CPV 85300000 — Social work and related services 85310000 — Social work services85320000 — Social services ScotlandWest Dunbartonshire