How to Evidence Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in Learning Disability Tenders
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is increasingly seen by commissioners as a gold standard for supporting people with learning disabilities. It’s not just about managing behaviour — it’s about improving quality of life, reducing restrictive practices, and enabling people to thrive.
If you want to stand out in a competitive procurement process, you need to make PBS a visible and measurable part of your tender responses. That’s where our specialist PBS and learning disability bid writing team can help you structure, evidence, and present your approach in a way commissioners value.
📖 Want to go deeper? Read our follow-up guide on PBS in Learning Disability Tenders — Going Beyond the Basics for more advanced tips.
1️⃣ Start With the ‘Why’
Don’t just describe your PBS approach — explain why you use it. Link it to core values such as dignity, respect, and autonomy. Show commissioners you understand PBS as a proactive and person-centred framework, not just a reactive measure.
2️⃣ Link to Outcomes and Quality of Life
Commissioners want to see the difference PBS makes. Include data or case studies showing reductions in restrictive interventions, improved engagement, and better overall wellbeing. Where possible, quantify the change — even if it’s small but meaningful.
3️⃣ Demonstrate Staff Competence
PBS is only as effective as the people delivering it. Evidence staff training, supervision, and reflective practice. Show how your team applies PBS consistently, even during staff turnover or in high-pressure situations.
4️⃣ Show How PBS Reduces Restrictive Practices
Many tenders now score against the reduction of restraint and seclusion. Explain how PBS strategies address triggers, adapt environments, and use proactive engagement to prevent escalation.
5️⃣ Embed Co-Production
Highlight how you work with individuals, families, and advocates to co-produce PBS plans. This demonstrates respect for lived experience and aligns with Making Safeguarding Personal principles.
Well-written PBS sections can be the difference between an average and a top-scoring tender. If you want to make sure your PBS evidence is clear, robust, and persuasive, our bid proofreading service for social care providers can review your drafts before submission.
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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)