Issue details

To re-commission the home care service framework in Herefordshire

To approve the proposed approach to re-commissioning the home care service framework in Herefordshire.

The current home care framework ends on 31 October 2026. This report details the intended approach to re-commission a new service from 1 November 2026, for up to ten years. This is in line with the council’s statutory duty to provide home care services for those with an eligible assessed need, as set out in the Care Act 2014.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure and strategic nature / impact on communities;

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 14/11/2025

Decision due: 26 March 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet member adults, health and wellbeing

Lead director: Corporate Director - Community Wellbeing

Department: Community Wellbeing

Contact: Sharon Amery, Senior Commissioning Officer Email: sharon.amery2@herefordshire.gov.uk Email: sharon.amery2@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432 383734.

Documents

  • To re-commission the home care service framework in Herefordshire