Learning Disability Tenders: How to Evidence Outcomes That Matter to Commissioners

When writing a learning disability tender, promising good care isn’t enough. Commissioners want to see evidence that your service delivers tangible, measurable outcomes that improve lives. Outcomes are proof that what you do works β€” and they’re central to scoring highly.

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🎯 1. Use SMART Outcomes

Make your outcomes Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. For example, β€œ85% of people supported will achieve at least one new independent living skill within six months” is far stronger than β€œWe help people develop skills.”

πŸ“Š 2. Link Outcomes to Local Priorities

Show how your outcomes align with local commissioning strategies and JSNAs (Joint Strategic Needs Assessments). This tells commissioners you understand their priorities and how your service meets them.

πŸ“· 3. Evidence with Real Stories and Data

Combine quantitative data with qualitative evidence. Use anonymised case studies alongside performance metrics to create a balanced, credible response.

🀝 4. Demonstrate Co-Production

Explain how people with lived experience shape your service and outcome measures. Commissioners want to see service users as active partners, not passive recipients.

πŸ“ˆ 5. Show Continuous Improvement

Outcomes aren’t static β€” show how you monitor, review, and act on outcome data to keep improving. This can include annual reviews, user surveys, and adapting support plans.


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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 β€’ CQC-aligned β€’ BASE-aligned (where relevant)


Written by Impact Guru, editorial oversight by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd β€” bringing extensive experience in health and social care tenders, commissioning and strategy.

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