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Supported Employment Services for People with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Needs & Physical Disabilities

DORSET COUNCIL

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Award

01 Mar 2022 at 11:38

Award Notice
Tender

29 Nov 2021 at 10:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Dorset Council is seeking providers for the contract titled "Supported Employment Services for People with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Needs & Physical Disabilities". This procurement, classified under health and social work services, is part of an open procedure and was published on 29 November 2021. The tender period concluded on 12 January 2022, with the contract set to commence on 1 April 2022 and extend until 31 March 2025. The project is focused on supporting individuals with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment in the South West region of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in social care, vocational training, or employment support services. Companies that specialise in working with individuals who have learning disabilities or mental health needs would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing the potential for community-oriented and impactful business growth through service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supported Employment Services for People with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Needs & Physical Disabilities

Notice Description

Dorset Council invites bids from suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver a Supported Employment Service for people with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities. Reference: DN548629. People accessing employment is a key area highlighted in national policies such as Valuing People Now, The Autism Act and The Care Act 2014. Dorset Council commissions a range of services for people (adults) living with learning disabilities and mental health issues and physical disabilities and has ambitious plans to commission a service that supports people in a holistic and strengths-based way, creating a clear pathway to employment and meaningful work placements. Historically, people who use Council services have remained NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), and longer term this is likely to increase their reliance on funded social care services at a time when Council resources are under increasing pressure. The service is being commissioned primarily for people supported by the Council who are living with learning disabilities, mental health needs and physical disabilities. However other people with an eligible need may access the service. The Council recognises its duty under the Care Act to ensure employment and volunteering opportunities are available to people with disabilities and other vulnerable adults. The Supported Employment Service will ensure people access and maintain supported employment that is realistic and sustainable; supporting people to achieve economic wellbeing and social inclusion whilst maximising their potential as a person living in Dorset. The service will be sourcing and supporting a variety of work and work-related opportunities for people aged 16+ years with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health needs, Autism and other support needs across Dorset. Tenderers are advised to read the Procurement Document (ITT) fully before preparing and submitting any bid.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-04ecb8a9-d0cc-4105-9861-957b730c469b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dec70c1-9864-46ff-9d3a-6ba2bb88fb1d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1XJ
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE PLUSS ORGANISATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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