How to Structure Method Statements for Social Care Tenders
Writing method statements is a key part of any social care tender — but structure is often overlooked. A strong format can turn good content into a compelling bid. Here’s how to do it right.
📌 Start with a Clear Purpose
Every method statement should begin with a sentence or two explaining what it covers. This helps orient the evaluator and shows that you understand the question. For example:
“This method statement outlines how [Organisation Name] ensures safe, person-centred care for people with complex needs in supported living settings.”
📑 Use Subheadings to Show Structure
Break your answer into logical sections such as:
- Purpose & Scope
- Key Principles
- Processes in Practice
- Staffing and Oversight
- Outcomes and Monitoring
This mirrors how commissioners score against criteria like safety, responsiveness, and governance.
📊 Use Bullet Points and Examples
Evaluators skim-read under pressure. Bullet points help them spot key content fast. Include real-world examples, such as:
- “Daily handovers include medicines reconciliation and safeguarding checks.”
- “We use Easy Read plans and pictorial rotas for people with communication needs.”
📈 Back It Up with Evidence
Where possible, include quotes, KPIs, or CQC feedback to prove your approach works. For instance:
“In our latest CQC inspection (2023), the service was praised for proactive risk planning and ‘clear, tailored continuity arrangements.’”
✅ End with Reassurance
Finish with a line that links your statement back to outcomes and compliance. For example:
“Our structured, values-driven model ensures safety, dignity, and continuous improvement — aligned to CQC Key Lines of Enquiry.”
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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)