Adult Social Care Extra Care Services Framework

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council is establishing a framework for providers to deliver Extra Care services within designated schemes across Sefton.

The services will provide planned and responsive care and support, helping people maintain their independence, wellbeing and connections within their local community.

The framework will appoint up to 15 providers. Individual Extra Care schemes may be awarded through direct award or further competition. Providers will be required to submit hourly rates for care and waking night care.

Contract Information

Buyer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Deadline: 26 October 2026, 12:00pm
Contract Value: £23,040,000 including VAT
Delivery Length: 1 April 2027 – 31 March 2030, with potential extensions to 31 March 2032
Tender Link: View tender documents

Evaluation Criteria

Framework applications will be evaluated on:

• Quality – 55%
• Price – 40%
• Social Value – 5%

Further competitions may use scheme-specific quality and price criteria, with weightings determined for each competition.

Providers must meet the legal, financial and technical requirements detailed within the tender documents. The Council also identifies regulatory compliance, including CQC requirements, safeguarding and data protection, as important to successful service delivery.

The framework represents a significant opportunity for Extra Care providers seeking access to future scheme-based care and support contracts across Sefton.

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