Tender: Specialist Supported Living for People with Learning Disabilities – Pencoed, Bridgend (Glyn y Mel & Tregroes)

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Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking a supplier for specialist supported living services in Pencoed, Bridgend, to provide support at two settings (Glyn y Mel — 1 bed, single occupancy; Tregroes — 4 beds, shared house with one current vacancy) for people with a learning disability and complex challenging behaviour. The service is jointly funded with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board because of complex care needs that may include neurodiverse conditions, and commissioners expect the provider to support residents to live within their local communities and increase independence while using innovative approaches, including Assistive Technology, to manage social care hours within available budgets. The contract is planned to start on 1 April 2026 and will be awarded to the Most Advantageous Tender with an evaluation weighting of 80% quality and 20% price; providers must demonstrate experience in Positive Behaviour Management and in providing care and support to individuals with complex health and social care needs. Currently three of the four residents are eligible for Continuing Health Care funding.