Complex Care Home - Block Provision

Swindon Borough Council

Published: May 18, 2026

Updated: May 19, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the social protection and health and medical services sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 40,000.

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 services in the social protection sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

This tender, listed on the UK Find a Tender Service (FTS), seeks the provision of block contracts for complex care homes in the United Kingdom. The contracting authority is looking to secure residential care placements for adults with complex and significant health or social care needs. 'Block provision' implies securing a set number of beds or a block of services for a specific duration. Complex care needs can encompass a wide range of conditions, including acquired brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, or chronic illnesses requiring specialised medical and personal support. Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate their ability to provide a safe, therapeutic, and high-quality care environment, meeting stringent regulatory standards set by bodies like the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Key evaluation criteria will likely include the provider's clinical expertise, staffing levels and qualifications, facility standards, safeguarding policies, and financial viability. The contract aims to ensure consistent access to appropriate residential care for individuals whose needs cannot be met in less intensive settings.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on May 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 045537-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Swindon Borough Council

Swindon Borough Council has issued 57 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 27 currently open and 16 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Health & Medical, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: May 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Swindon Borough 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 Services contract in the Social Protection & Welfare sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £40,000 - £40,000. 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 045537-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.