Tender

Provision of a Promoting Independence - Care at Home Service

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Sep 2020 at 08:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to appoint up to six contractors for the "Provision of a Promoting Independence - Care at Home Service" in Sandwell, within the health and social work services industry. This procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for Monday, 12th October 2020, at 12 noon. The contract is scheduled to commence on 3rd February 2021 and will run for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension until 2nd February 2024. Interested parties should register on the In-tend e-Tendering System to access the relevant tender documents and further instructions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in care and support services, particularly those that are registered with the Care Quality Commission. Organisations that are well-equipped to provide short-term care at home, focusing on promoting independence for clients, will find this tender particularly relevant. Businesses offering social work services, especially in the West Midlands region, are encouraged to engage in this competitive procurement process, as it aims to enhance service delivery while reducing the need for acute admissions, ultimately benefiting the local community.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Promoting Independence - Care at Home Service

Notice Description

ASC089 - Promoting Independence - Care at Home Service The Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell wishes to appoint 6 Contractor(s), which are registered with the Care Quality Commission, to provide a Promoting Independence - Care at Home Service in Sandwell. The service will be provided on a short term basis to people who require care in their own home to ensure that their independence is maximised and that those people who formally enter into the care and support system do not unnecessarily grow dependent on it but strive to maximise their strengths and achieve their outcomes. The Service will aim to reduce or delay unnecessary admission to acute services. Tenderers should note that the Council has set rates for each element of the service - please refer to the ITT documents for further information in relation to costings. The duration of the contract will be two (2) years from 3 February 2021 to 2 February 2023 with an option to extend by up to one (1) further, 3 February 2021 to 2 February 2024 (unless it is otherwise terminated in accordance with its terms or it is otherwise lawfully terminated). The Council intends to use an evaluation model based solely on quality. The criteria, on which the tender will be evaluated, inclusive of weighting attached to each, are included in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. 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 and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Monday 12th October 2020 @ 12noon Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4627813-1b36-4f08-95e7-d6f2c154330a
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

85320000 - Social services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Feb 2021 - 2 Feb 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emily Cox
Contact Email
emily_coates@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 5973

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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