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Lot 1 - Framework Agreement for Supported Living for Adults with Learning Disability in Norfolk

Tender Overview

ORGANIZATION

Norfolk County Council

LOCATION

East Anglia, United Kingdom

VALUE

£200,000,000

DEADLINE

December 31, 2028 at 00:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

85000000

REFERENCE

011863-2023

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Original Tender Description

Norfolk County Council established a multi supplier framework agreement for the provision of supported living accommodation and support. The framework will be for 5 years from January 2019, with the option to extend for up to a further 5 years; subject to agreement of Norfolk County Council with the service providers. The Council is subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and will be carrying out this procurement in accordance with the Light Touch Regime which applies to social services. We wish to reopen Lot 1 and invite new applicants to apply. Lot 1 is for providers of support to adults with Learning Disabilities. This lot is aimed at enabling people and providing them with the opportunities to develop their skills, gain independence and to achieve their personal outcomes. If you have already been appointed to Lot 1 of this Framework, you do not need to reapply. This is for new providers only.
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • No specific mandatory exclusion grounds are detailed in the provided tender information.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a new provider, not already appointed to Lot 1 of this Framework.
  • Must be a provider of support to adults with Learning Disabilities.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be capable of providing supported living accommodation and support.
  • Must be able to enable people and provide opportunities to develop skills, gain independence, and achieve personal outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • No specific financial requirements are detailed in the provided tender information.
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Applications must be submitted by the deadline: 2028-12-31 00:00:00.
  • Must apply as a new applicant for Lot 1.

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Summary:
This notice invites new service providers to apply for Lot 1 of a framework agreement with Norfolk County Council to provide supported living for adults with learning disabilities, focusing on skill development and independence.

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68
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender for a framework agreement reopening is severely incomplete, lacking essential documentation and detailed requirements, which significantly hinders transparency and fair competition for new providers.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance100/100

While the tender states adherence to PCR 2015 and the Light Touch Regime, the complete absence of detailed mandatory exclusion grounds, specific eligibility criteria, financial requirements, and crucially, evaluation criteria, raises significant concerns regarding legal compliance and the ability to conduct a transparent and fair procurement process.

Absence of detailed mandatory exclusion grounds
Lack of specific financial requirements
Clarity40/100

The service description and the target audience (new providers) are clear. However, the overall clarity of the procurement process, specific requirements, and submission instructions is extremely poor due to the complete lack of supporting documentation.

Unclear submission process and required documentation
Lack of detailed technical and eligibility requirements
Completeness83/100

The tender information provided is critically incomplete. The absence of any actual tender documents, detailed specifications, terms and conditions, application forms, and comprehensive requirements (eligibility, technical, financial, evaluation criteria) makes it impossible for potential bidders to prepare a compliant and competitive offer.

No tender documents attached or referenced
Missing detailed specifications and terms
Fairness60/100

The explicit aim to invite 'new providers only' for Lot 1 promotes competition. However, the complete lack of detailed requirements and evaluation criteria creates a high risk of subjective decision-making, potentially undermining the fairness and equal treatment of bidders.

High risk of subjective evaluation due to missing criteria
Potential for unequal treatment without clear requirements
Practicality40/100

From a bidder's perspective, the tender is highly impractical. Without any documents, detailed requirements, or evaluation criteria, it is impossible to understand what is required to submit a valid application. This will likely deter potential qualified providers.

Impossible for bidders to prepare a valid application
High administrative burden for both contracting authority and bidders due to lack of clarity
Data Consistency100/100

The limited information provided is internally consistent. However, the significant gaps in information make it challenging to assess overall data consistency with standard procurement practices.

Significant gaps in information prevent comprehensive consistency check
Sustainability25/100

The mention of 'Social Criteria' is positive, indicating an intent to consider social value. However, without any detailed tender documents or evaluation criteria, it is impossible to assess how these criteria will be defined, measured, or weighted in practice.

Lack of detail on how 'Social Criteria' will be implemented and evaluated
No explicit mention of environmental or innovation aspects

Strengths

Clear identification of the service and target group (new providers for supported living for adults with learning disabilities).
Explicit mention of 'Social Criteria' in characteristics, indicating a focus on social value.
Open procedure for new entrants promotes competition and market access.
Long contract duration (120 months) offers stability for successful providers.
High estimated value (200,000,000.00 EUR) indicates significant opportunity.

Concerns

Critical absence of any tender documents, making it impossible for bidders to understand the full scope and requirements.
Complete lack of detailed eligibility, technical, and financial requirements, creating ambiguity for applicants.
No evaluation criteria provided, leading to a high risk of subjective assessment and undermining transparency and fairness.
Risk of arbitrary decision-making due to the severe lack of published information and clear guidelines.
Impracticality for potential bidders to prepare a compliant and competitive offer without essential documentation.

Recommendations

1. Immediately publish comprehensive tender documents, including detailed specifications, terms and conditions, and application forms.
2. Clearly define and publish all eligibility, technical, and financial requirements, specifying the evidence required from applicants.
3. Establish and clearly communicate the evaluation criteria and their weighting to ensure transparency, fairness, and a robust selection process.

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