Tender

Provision of a Black Minority Ethnic Mental Health Support Service

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 May 2017 at 13:57

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03 May 2017 at 14:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell is seeking bids for the "Provision of a Black Minority Ethnic Mental Health Support Service," targeting services for adults and families affected by mental health issues in BME communities, particularly among African Caribbean individuals. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with proposals due by 12:00 noon on 13 June 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2017, lasting for two years with a possible one-year extension. Bids will be evaluated based on quality and price, and this open procedure aims to ensure transparent competition among interested providers in the West Midlands area.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations that specialise in mental health services, particularly those experienced in community-based support and services tailored for Black and Minority Ethnic populations. Companies providing employment, training, peer support, and emotional well-being services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process not only enhances service provision in the community but also allows businesses to strengthen their presence and reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Black Minority Ethnic Mental Health Support Service

Notice Description

The Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell wishes to appoint a contractor to provide a community based support service for adults experiencing, and families affected by, mental ill-health from BME communities with a particular focus on African Caribbean people. The service will be for adults aged 18 years and above experiencing, and families affected by, mental ill-health in Sandwell. Description of service: The Contractor shall provide support to the target group and enable them to develop skills to maintain their own health and wellbeing, independence, and access to local community resources. The Contractor shall also support service users to maintain their health and wellbeing and to live as independently as possible, deliver a personalised service which works in a holistic way with the service user as an individual and takes account of the needs of their carers and families and deliver a service to enable service users to access and make use of opportunities for improved independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Details of Support to be Provided This shall include information, advice, guidance, community based activity (including support to access other community based resources, employment, training and volunteering, GP/health services, and services to keep them safe), practical support (including support with budgeting, benefits claims, arranging appointments etc.), emotional support (such as peer support and befriending). It is anticipated that the contract will commence on 1 September 2017 and run for a period of 2 years with an option to extend, (subject to the Council's needs for the services) for a further 1 year. Suitably qualified and experienced Contractors are invited to respond to the Invitation to Tender documents and submit proposals for the delivery of the service. These must be submitted no later than 12.00 noon on 13 June 2017 via the Sandwell InTend e-procurement system. The deadline for the submission of any clarification questions is 17.00pm on 6 June 2017 via InTend. The Council intends to use an evaluation model based on quality and price. The criteria, on which the tender will be evaluated, inclusive of weighting attached to each, are included in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. NB The contract reflects services currently being provided by existing organisations, and therefore the EC Acquired Rights Directive 77/187 as amended under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 1981 may apply to this contract. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View the On-Line Questio... Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82ecbe43-2187-4ed4-9695-5c9ffdbf5258
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 9EN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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