Accommodation with Care (AWC) Closed Framework (B)

Description

Cheshire East Council is recommissioning the Adult's Residential and Nursing care home service, delivered across the borough. This is known as 'Accommodation with Care' (AWC). Providers currently delivering services under the CEC AWC Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) will Join the New AWC Closed Framework (A) via a direct award. This opportunity enables all other Adult's Residential and Nursing care homes within the Cheshire East Borough, that are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), to apply to join the AWC Closed Framework (B) under the same terms. Under the Care Act, the Local Authority has a statutory responsibility to ensure this service is available for the residents of Cheshire East. Contracted care home providers must deliver high quality, safe and personalised accommodation, with care, to Adults over 18. The AWC service promotes choice, dignity, control and quality of life for all residents and provides modernised care and support services that deliver value for money. This contract includes the following provisions; Mental Health, Learning Disability, Physical Disability, Intermediate Care and Discharge to Assess. Keywords: mental health, residential nursing, physical disability, intermediate care, care home