Foundations for Change Flexible Framework for Additional Support Services (Adults Aged 18–65)

Description

West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (WDHSCP) is seeking to establish a Flexible Framework for the provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65. Services will support individuals with a range of needs including learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health conditions. The Framework will operate on a flexible basis, allowing new providers to apply for admission throughout its term, and will support the delivery of person-centred, outcomes-focused care aligned with the Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act 2013. Lot 2: Lot 2 – Physical Disabilities Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with physical disabilities. Services will support individuals to maximise independence and achieve personal outcomes, including delivery of personal care, mobility support and community engagement. Services will be delivered in line with SDS Option 2 and Option 3 and must reflect a person-centred, outcomes-based approach, working collaboratively with HSCP and relevant partners. Services must be capable of delivery on a 24/7/365 basis where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Lot 3: Lot 3 – Cognitive Impairment (including Acquired Brain Injury) Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with cognitive impairments, including acquired brain injury. Providers will deliver tailored support to meet complex cognitive and behavioural needs, supporting individuals to maintain independence, promote wellbeing and achieve agreed outcomes. Services will be delivered in accordance with SDS Option 2 and Option 3, incorporating person-centred care planning and partnership working with HSCP and healthcare professionals. Services must be flexible and responsive, including provision on a 24/7/365 basis where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Lot 4: Lot 4 – Sensory Impairment Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with sensory impairments. Services will support individuals with visual and/or hearing impairments to live independently, maintain communication, and access their communities and services. Support must be tailored to individual needs and delivered in line with SDS Option 2 and Option 3, ensuring a person-centred and outcomes-based approach. Providers must work collaboratively with HSCP and partner organisations and deliver services on a flexible 24/7/365 basis where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Lot 5: Lot 5 – Mental Health (including severe and enduring mental health conditions) Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with mental health conditions, including severe and enduring mental health needs. Services will focus on promoting recovery, independence, and social inclusion, supporting individuals to achieve outcomes aligned to their My Life Assessment (MLA). Providers must deliver person-centred, flexible support in line with SDS Option 2 and Option 3, working collaboratively with HSCP, NHS and third sector partners. Services must be responsive and available on a 24/7/365 basis where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Lot 6: Lot 6 – All Services (Lots 1–5) Provision of additional support services across all service areas outlined in Lots 1–5. Providers bidding for this lot must demonstrate the capability to deliver services across multiple client groups including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments and mental health. Services must be delivered in line with SDS Option 2 and Option 3, using a person-centred, outcomes-focused approach, and must support individuals to live independently within their communities. Providers must deliver flexible, responsive services and work collaboratively with HSCP and partner agencies. Services must be available on a 24/7/365 basis where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration. Lot 1: Lot 1 – Learning Disabilities (including complex needs and behaviours that challenge Provision of additional support services for adults aged 18–65 with learning disabilities, including those with complex needs and behaviours that challenge. Services will be person-centred, outcomes-focused and delivered in line with Self Directed Support (SDS) Option 2 and Option 3. Providers will support individuals to live independently within their communities, deliver care and support aligned to individual My Life Assessments (MLA), and work collaboratively with HSCP and partner agencies. Services must be capable of delivery 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year where required.. This lot forms part of a Flexible Framework which will remain open to new entrants throughout its duration.