Buyer Name: Gloucestershire County Council
Buyer Address: Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester, UKK13, GL1 2TG, United Kingdom
Contact Email: peter.salmon@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Buyer Name: Gloucestershire County Council
Buyer Address: Shire Hall, Westgate Street, Gloucester, UKK13, GL1 2TG, United Kingdom
Contact Email: peter.salmon@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is inviting care home providers to tender for the delivery of 40 Pathway 2 beds through block contract arrangements across Gloucestershire. These beds will support timely hospital discharge and provide short-term, recovery-focused placements for individuals who require care and support before returning to their own homes. GCC aims to appoint a range of providers who meet the required quality standards and can deliver Pathway 2 services under flexible block arrangements. Each block contract will include a minimum of 5 beds and a maximum of 20 beds, allowing for a diverse and responsive provider base. Contract duration: 1 February 2026 - 31 January 2028 With an option to extend for a further two years, subject to Cabinet approval.
No linked documents found for this notice.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071727-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value: GBP 10,000,000
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 10,000,000
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-02-01T00:00:00Z
Lot 1 Contract End: 2028-01-31T23:59:59Z
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (60%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value (15%)
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (25%)
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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