What Support Do You Need in Place Before CQC Registration?
CQC wants to see that your service is not only compliant on paper — but that you’ve got the systems and support in place to run a safe, effective, and well-led service from day one.
Applications that fail to show this can be delayed or rejected, even with strong documents.
Key Support Areas to Prepare
- Registered Manager – Appoint a qualified individual who understands the regulations and will manage daily operations
- Staffing Plan – Outline how you will recruit, train, and supervise staff (even if you’re starting small)
- Training Providers – List the training organisations or platforms you’ll use to meet mandatory training requirements
- Digital Systems – Include how you’ll manage care plans, MAR charts, and record-keeping (e.g. paper-based or software)
- Partnerships – Describe how you’ll link with GPs, pharmacies, social workers, or housing partners in supported living
Don't Forget Governance
Support also means having clear systems for auditing, complaints, supervision, safeguarding, and quality assurance.
Show that you understand what good governance looks like — and how you’ll achieve it, even in a small team.
What CQC Will Look For
- Practical arrangements for staff training and oversight
- Evidence that systems (like care planning or safeguarding) are in place
- A Registered Manager who is ready and available
- Clear links to local networks and professionals
How We Can Help
💼 Rapid Support Products (fast turnaround options)
- ⚡ 48-Hour Tender Triage
- 🆘 Bid Rescue Session – 60 minutes
- ✍️ Score Booster – Tender Answer Rewrite
- 🧩 Tender Answer Blueprint
- 📝 Tender Proofreading & Light Editing
- 🔍 Pre-Tender Readiness Audit
- 📁 Tender Document Review
🚀 Need a Bid Writing Quote?
If you’re exploring support for an upcoming tender or framework, request a quick, no-obligation quote. I’ll review your documents and respond with:
- A clear scope of work
- Estimated days required
- A fixed fee quote
- Any risks, considerations or quick wins
🔁 Prefer Flexible Monthly Support?
If you regularly handle tenders, frameworks or call-offs, a Monthly Bid Support Retainer may be a better fit.
- Guaranteed hours each month (1, 2, 4 or 8 days)
- Discounted day rates vs ad-hoc consultancy
- Use time flexibly across bids, triage, library updates, renewals
- One-month rollover (fair-use rules applied)
- Cancel anytime before next billing date
🚀 Ready to Win Your Next Bid?
Chat on WhatsApp or email Mike.Harrison@impact-guru.co.uk
Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)