Provision of Care and Support in Extra Care Schemes

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a single provider to deliver care, support, wellbeing and emergency response services across two Extra Care Housing schemes in Barnsley.

The contract will cover Fitzwilliam Court in Hoyland and Westmeads in Royston, supporting residents aged 55 and over to maintain their independence, health and wellbeing while remaining in their own homes for as long as possible.

The appointed provider will be responsible for delivering person-centred and outcomes-focused support across both schemes.

Service Requirements

Provision will include planned care and support alongside wider services designed to promote residents’ wellbeing and maintain safe, independent living.

The service will incorporate:

• Planned care and support
• Wellbeing activities
• Emergency response services
• Safeguarding arrangements
• Risk management
• Partnership working with housing, health and social care services

The provider will be expected to work collaboratively with residents, families, carers and partner organisations to ensure support is coordinated around individual needs and outcomes.

The opportunity is being procured as a single contract covering both Extra Care Housing schemes.

Contract Information

Buyer: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council

Deadline: 2 October 2026, 12:00pm

Contract Value: £4,104,656.95

Delivery Length: 3 years, with the option for two further 12-month extensions

Tender Link: UK e-Supply procurement portal

The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2027 and run initially until 31 March 2030. If both extension options are exercised, the agreement could continue until 31 March 2032, providing a maximum contract term of five years.

The deadline for supplier enquiries is 25 September 2026 at 12:00pm, with an estimated award decision date of 23 November 2026.

Evaluation Criteria

Tenders will be evaluated using the following criteria:

• Quality – 65%
• Price – 30%
• Social Value – 5%

The procurement is being conducted through an Open Procedure under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023.

All interested suppliers are invited to submit a full tender response through the single-stage procurement process.

Supplier Suitability

The opportunity has been identified as particularly suitable for:

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
• Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)

Regulatory and Compliance Requirements

CQC Requirements: Not disclosed.

Providers will be expected to support safeguarding and risk management arrangements as part of the service delivery model.

The opportunity represents a significant long-term commissioning arrangement for organisations delivering care and support within Extra Care Housing. The contract places a strong emphasis on person-centred provision, independence and coordinated working across housing, health and social care services.

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