Bath and North East Somerset ASC Carers & Family Support

Bath and North East Somerset Council is alerting the market to an upcoming tender for Community Support Services: Adult Carers Support, previously under a prime provider model since 2017, to improve outcomes for Carers and individuals they look after, prevent health inequalities, and prevent, delay or reduce statutory care needs.

This Planned Procurement Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity for Carers & Family Support services. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied.

Services Covered:

Carer Advisory Service (guidance and support for Carers)

Respite for carers

Carer Peer Support Network (community-based carer connections).

Adult carer support providing information and advice, respite, and a carer peer support network. The service will be provided in person and online at easily accessible locations in Bath and North East Somerset.

• Scope, specifications and value may adjust based on feedback

This Planned Procurement Notice alerts the market to a forthcoming procurement opportunity for Carers & Family Support services. Please note that the details are provided to inform potential bidders but remain subject to change as specifications and strategy are finalised, with no commitment implied.

Estimated Contract Value: £3.3m over 7 years*.

*VAT may apply depending on the provider's status

Procurement approach: standalone Open Tender with services starting 1 January 2026. Social value (min 10% weighting) focuses on carer advocacy, lived experience, and community networks. Mandatory requirements may include but are not limited to 2 years' experience or equivalent, local presence and multi-agency collaboration.

An online supplier event on Thursday, 24 April 2025 will provide details and answer queries.

Register via Proactis (https://procontract.due-north.com) for event access. Post-event feedback is welcome; event Q&A will not inform submissions unless published on Proactis. Submit formal queries post-event via the portal for official responses.

The session will be recorded and available for non-attendees.