The landscape of public sector procurement in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023. One of the most crucial changes is the requirement to register on the Central Digital Platform (CDP), which will serve as the primary hub for supplier information, public procurement opportunities, Read more…
For many small social care providers, the idea of bidding for large local authority or NHS contracts can seem daunting. Competing against national organisations with bigger teams and larger budgets might feel like an uphill battle. But here’s the good news: small care providers can and do win big tenders—and often Read more…
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has introduced a new inspection and regulation framework, aiming to create a consistent, transparent, and outcome-focused approach to assessing health and social care services. For small social care providers, this new regime can bring challenges, coming to terms with changes whilst managing their ongoing business. Read more…
As experts in winning social care tenders, we are often approached by companies newly registered with CQC for advice on developing the business. Getting local authority business can be challenging, but it is possible for new home care businesses to succeed. Register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is Read more…
Winning a tender for social care often requires a minimum rating from the Care Quality Commission (often “requires improvement” is enough, although some tenders require a minimum rating of “good”). Social care providers registered with CQC need to actively manage their relationship with the regulator as well as auditing the Read more…
The UK government has set ambitious targets for reducing carbon emissions. By 2050, the UK aims to be net zero carbon, meaning that it will emit no more greenhouse gases than it removes from the atmosphere. This is a significant challenge, and local authorities expect businesses delivering services on their Read more…
On 1 May 2019 the UK Parliament passed an extraordinary measure: a national declaration of an Environment and Climate Emergency. The UK is the first national government to declare such an emergency. The decision marks a renewed sense of urgency in tackling climate change, following a visit to Parliament by Read more…
Do you want to make 2017 the best year ever for your business? If so, winning business with local authority tenders could be a great way for you to expand. To maximise your chances of success, here are five things you can do right now to help make 2017 a Read more…
As part of the PQQ or ITT process you are likely to be asked about your company policies. You might be asked to confirm you have them, confirm they cover a particular aspect or be asked to provide a copy. The most common policies asked for are: Equality and Read more…
When submitting a bid, you are likely to be asked to supply details of referees. The purpose is to get an independent confirmation of your ability to deliver the service which is being tendered. References might be PASS/FAIL, which means that if your references are good enough you move Read more…