25076 Homecare Framework

Cambridgeshire County Council

Published: Jul 15, 2026

Updated: Jul 15, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a framework agreement contract in the social protection and health and medical services sectors, with a focus on Hospitals and Mental Health. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 773.4 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for framework agreement in the social protection sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Council intends to establish a multi-provider framework agreement through which care packages will be commissioned. The scope of this procurement includes the provision of regulated homecare services to adults (18+) across Cambridgeshire, including older people, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health and autism needs, and other eligible service users. Services will be delivered across defined geographic areas (lots), ensuring local responsiveness and continuity of care. The framework is expected to operate on a locality basis, supporting strong local partnerships and effective care coordination with health and community services. The procurement of the Homecare Framework reflects the Council’s commitment to: • Deliver place-based services • Strengthen local care markets across Cambridgeshire • Improve consistency and quality of care provision • Support a sustainable and resilient provider base • Embed a strengths-based and preventative approach • Deliver value for money whilst maintaining high standards of care The Council is seeking providers who: • Demonstrate strong quality and safeguarding standards • Can support flexible, responsive service delivery, including hospital discharge and urgent care • Have a clear commitment to workforce stability, development, and fair pay • Are able to work collaboratively with the Council, NHS partners, and the voluntary sector • Can evidence innovation in delivering outcomes-focused care Homecare in Cambridge East zone. Maximum number of providers in lot - 6. Framework lot values may be shared with other lots and because of that individual lot values have not been provided. Homecare in Cambridge North zone. Maximum number of providers in lot - 5 Framework lot values may be shared with other lots and because of that individual lot values have not been provided. Homecare in Cambridge West zone. Maximum number of providers in lot - 7 Framework lot values may be shared with other lots and because of that individual lot values have not been provided. Homecare in East Cambridgeshire North zone. Maximum number of providers in lot - 8 Framework lot values may be shared with other lots and because of that individual lot values have not been provided. Homecare in East Cambridgeshire South zone. Maximum number of providers in lot - 5 Framework lot values may be shared with other lots and because of that individual lot values have not been provided.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on July 15, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 066926-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Cambridgeshire County Council

Cambridgeshire County Council has issued 175 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 16 currently open and 93 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Health & Medical, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: July 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £773,400,000 - £773,400,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 066926-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Cambridgeshire County Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Framework agreement contract in the Social Protection & Welfare sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.