Who won: Tender for the provision of Procurement and Legal Support (for the delivery of the Care Home Partnership Framework)

About this contract

Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint a service provider for specialist procurement and legal advisory support to shape the procurement approach, prepare the legal and commercial documentation, and support end-to-end delivery through to award and mobilisation, that secures high quality, sustainable provision that meets statutory duties and long-term adult social care needs. Initial Contract Duration - 6 months. The contract may be extended if delays in the process occur, on a month-by-month basis until the mobilisation period is complete. Extensions are subject to demand, further governance and budget approvals. The procurement is being carried out using a below threshold procurement process under the Procurement Act 2023 (invited quotes process). Note regarding contract dates: Due to system constraints within the publication platform, certain dates displayed in this notice may not reflect the actual commencement date of the contract. For transparency, the Services commenced on 1 May 2026. The contract was formally executed on 19 August 2026.

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