Care at Home & Housing Support Service Flexible Framework Agreement (New Applicants January 2026)

This tender for Care at Home & Housing Support Services is generally well-structured with clear basic information and e-procurement, but it suffers from significant gaps in transparency and completeness, particularly regarding evaluation criteria and financial details.

The tender defines a clear open procedure with a relevant CPV code and a reasonable submission timeframe. However, the estimated value is not disclosed, and while mandatory exclusion grounds are mentioned, their specifics are not detailed in the provided information, which slightly impacts full compliance disclosure.

The service description is clear, but the tender significantly lacks clarity regarding evaluation criteria, which are not specified. Furthermore, specific financial requirements and detailed mandatory exclusion grounds are not provided in the extracted information, making it difficult for bidders to fully understand the selection process.

While basic information like title, organization, and deadline is present, critical details such as the estimated contract value, contract duration, and comprehensive evaluation criteria are missing. This significantly impacts the completeness of the tender documentation.

The tender supports e-procurement, promoting equal access. However, the undisclosed estimated value and, more critically, the complete absence of specified evaluation criteria severely undermine the transparency and objectivity of the selection process, raising significant fairness concerns. The 'new applicants' clause is a standard framework management practice and not inherently unfair.

Electronic submission is supported, which is practical. However, the absence of a specified contract start date, duration, and financing information (estimated value) makes it challenging for potential bidders to fully assess the practical implications and long-term commitment required for this opportunity.

The tender information is largely consistent, with a clear status and no reported disputes. Dates are logical. The primary inconsistencies stem from missing key data fields such as the estimated value and contract duration.

The tender does not explicitly incorporate green procurement, social criteria (beyond the inherent nature of the service), or innovation focus within its requirements or evaluation. This indicates a missed opportunity to promote broader sustainability objectives.