AwardedAwarded 30 April 2026

Provision of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service in Herefordshire

Herefordshire Council · Local authority

In brief

Herefordshire Council awarded care and healthcare work to Rainbow Care Solutions Limited on 30 April 2026.

The notice gives a value of £500,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 1 year, up to 2 years with extensions, starting 1 May 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

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What the notice says

Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint an exemplary provider to deliver a dedicated Discharge to Assess (D2A) Reablement Service for residents across Herefordshire. This service will support adults who are medically optimised for discharge from hospital and able to return home, offering short‑term, therapeutic reablement within their own homes. Interventions will typically last 2 - 4 weeks and will focus on restoring functional ability, promoting independence and helping individuals regain confidence in daily living activities. The successful provider will deliver a person‑centred, therapy‑led reablement approach, working closely with the council, Wye Valley NHS Trust and the Integrated Care Board, as part of the wider home first system. This contract offers an opportunity for an experienced provider to contribute to improved hospital flow, reduced re-admissions and better outcomes for residents across Herefordshire. Contract duration: 12 months, with an option to extend for up to an additional 12 months. The procurement is being carried out under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) permissible under PA 2023, Section 9, and therefore applies the flexibilities afforded under above regulation.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
Rainbow Care Solutions Limited (SME)£500,000
18 May 2026 to 31 May 2027

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 022075-2026
  2. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 056790-2026

About the buyer

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From notice 022075-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 11 March 2026, last updated 16 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.