Open Framework for Supported Living, Community Outreach and Day Opportunity Services

What the buyer is asking for

The Providers on this framework will provide high quality, and safe care and support that promotes independence, choice, dignity, control and quality of life for all Individuals. These services will provide modernised care and support services that deliver value for money. The framework will include the following Lots: Lot 1 - Supported Living - Low Level Needs Lot 2 - Supported Living - Moderate and High Needs Lot 3 - Supported Living - Complex Needs Lot 4 - Community Outreach Support Lot 5 - Day Opportunities Lot 6 - Innovation - Bidders will automatically be granted a place on this lot if they successfully apply to any other lot The services commissioned through the Lots will be capable of supporting people with a broad range of needs including: Individuals with a learning disability and/or autism, including those who may display behaviours that challenge, Individuals with mental health support needs, Individuals with associated physical disabilities and/or sensory impairments.

How this is scored

Published by the buyer. A winning response is written to these weightings, not to the question.

• pricePricePricing will be scored on a Pass/Fail basis. Tenderers must accept the pricing strategy, as outlined in schedule 8 of the conditions of contract, for the lot(s) for which they are applying in order to pass.
• qualityQualityQuality will be assessed on a pass/fail basis - To pass Tenderers must confirm that they will comply with the specification in terms of social value requirements and provide details of referee(s) that confirm - the supplier delivered services relevant to the Lot; - the service was delivered to an acceptable contractual standard; - material performance issues were appropriately addressed; - there were no unresolved material safeguarding or quality concerns attributable to the supplier; and - the evidence demonstrates the technical ability required for the Lot Full details are outlined in Schedule 5 of the Open ITT Response Document. The Council will contact the nominated referee and request completion of its reference questionnaire as part of the evaluation process. A copy of the reference request form (Appendix D) has been included in the tender documentation for information purposes.

6 lots

You can usually bid for one lot without bidding for all of them.

• Supported Living - Low Level Needs£428m

  Low-Level Supported Living is for people who are largely independent but require limited hours of daytime support to maintain their tenancy, wellbeing, and community involvement. Individuals can manage safely overnight without staff on-site. Support typically includes: Support with daily living skills, budgeting, appointments, community access, wellbeing, and tenancy responsibilities. Medication prompts where required. No 24-hour staffing, although on-call support may be available. Typical People Supported and Key Characteristics Adults with mild learning disabilities. Autistic adults able to live largely independently with planned support. People with mental health needs. Young adults developing independent living skills. Low levels of support to sustain community living. Planned, non-continuous support with no overnight staffing. Focus on independence, resilience, and commu

• Supported Living - Moderate and High Needs£428m

  Moderate and High Needs Supported Living is for people who require regular daily support, with staff available on-site or through on-call arrangements. Overnight and planned 1:1 support (or more) may be required based on assessed needs. Typical People Supported and Key Characteristics Adults with learning disabilities requiring regular daily support. Autistic adults who benefit from structured support and routine. Individuals with physical disabilities, communication needs, or additional health needs. People with mental health, emotional wellbeing, behavioural, or Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) needs. Adults transitioning from residential care, family homes, or specialist education settings. Individuals requiring support to manage risks, maintain tenancies, and prevent placement breakdown. Regular daily support with access to staff throughout the day and, where required, overni

• Supported Living - Complex Needs£428m

  Complex Needs Supported Living is for people with the most complex and intensive support needs. Individuals who require: Specialist, highly responsive support available 24 hours a day, including dedicated overnight support, Support to manage significant risks, complex behaviours, mental health needs, and other factors that could impact their safety, stability, or tenancy. Placement within Lot 3 will be the exception rather than the norm and will only be used where the Council determines that an individual's needs cannot reasonably be met through Lots 1 or 2. The Council will determine the appropriate lot for Lot 3 (and all referrals), and this decision will be final. Individuals within this lot will be reviewed regularly to ensure their support continues to meet their changing needs. As individuals develop greater stability, confidence and independence, consideration may be give

• Community Outreach Support£428m

  Community Outreach Support Services will provide flexible, person-centered, strength-based support to adults across Cheshire East, enabling them to live fulfilling lives as active and valued members of their local communities. The services will focus on supporting individuals to maintain and develop their independence, improve their health and wellbeing, build resilience, and achieve the outcomes that are important to them. It will support the strategic objectives of Adult Social Care by enabling residents to remain independent within their communities for as long as possible, preventing, reducing, or delaying the need for higher levels of statutory support. Providers are required to support individuals to: Access community groups and activities Participate in social and recreational opportunities Develop friendships and informal support networks Engage in volunteering opportuniti

• Day Opportunities£428m

  Day Opportunities will provide a range of flexible, person-centred activities and support for adults who require assistance to access meaningful day opportunities. They will promote independence, wellbeing, social inclusion, and choice, enabling individuals to live fulfilling lives within their communities. People who access day opportunities have told us they want to access opportunities to develop life skills, build friendships and take part in meaningful activities were particularly valued, helping people to increase their confidence and independence. Friendly staff and welcoming environments were also identified as key strengths, contributing to positive experiences and encouraging participation The Provider must ensure that services are delivered by appropriately trained, skilled, and approachable staff who promote a positive, respectful, and person-centred culture. The service en

• Innovation£428m

  Providers who are successful in their Framework application (Lots 1-5) can also bid for innovation opportunities (Lot 6) as and when they arise, that may not necessarily involve "conventional" or "traditional" social care delivery models. All successful providers for Lot 1-5 will be included in Lot 6 wherever they agree. For Lot 6 Innovation, services will be commissioned for individuals, or groups of individuals based on identified needs and cohorts. These may include supported living, community outreach and day opportunities. Service-specific requirements will be set out in individual specifications for each commission. Opportunities will be awarded through mini competitions, with participation restricted to Providers successfully onboarded to the relevant Lot

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Timeline

4 published dates · Europe/London

1. Tender notice publishedyesterday

   6 Nov 2026, 19:26 GMT
2. Clarification questions byin 17 days

   25 Nov 2026, 13:00 GMT
3. Submission deadlinein 24 days

   2 Dec 2026, 13:00 GMT
4. Award decision expected byin 73 days

   19 Jan 2027, 23:59 GMT

Commercial outcome and contract awards

Nothing awarded yet

Notice history

4 events · 4 releases on Find a Tender

1. Pipeline or early engagement notice22 Jan 2026, 09:55 GMT005598-2026
2. Pipeline or early engagement notice9 Feb 2026, 15:36 GMT011484-2026
3. Pipeline or early engagement notice20 Aug 2026, 15:24 BST079557-2026
4. Tender notice6 Nov 2026, 19:26 GMT105963-2026

Documents

• Tender notice on Find a Tender