Tender

Information Advice and Advocacy Services

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Oct 2021 at 15:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk County Council is seeking service providers for the tender titled "Information Advice and Advocacy Services". This procurement, categorised under health and social work services, is currently in the active tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 14th November 2021. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2022 and conclude on 31st March 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, indicating that all interested parties may submit their bids through the Council's electronic procurement system, with further details and registration available online.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the health and social work sector to expand their operations in Norfolk. Businesses that are well-suited to participate include those offering information and advice services, especially those experienced in working with third sector organisations. The procurement offers a chance to engage in a remodelled service offer, enabling successful bidders to contribute to the independence and well-being of the local community, thereby creating a sustainable growth avenue through public service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Information Advice and Advocacy Services

Notice Description

Good Information and advice are core to supporting people to remain as independent as possible which in turn helps people lead healthier and more independent lives. In Norfolk we commission a range of advice services that support a range of services delivered by third sector organisations through a partnership approach. The current information, advice and advocacy contracts are approaching the final 6 months of duration and the Council are seeking to appoint service providers to deliver a remodelled service offer. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council's e-procurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Once registered you will be able to see the procurement project under the 'tenders' section and 'express an interest' to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-tend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or e-mailing support@in-tend.co.uk. 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/bc4173c3-3c84-46d9-b380-fceb025d367e
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 3-4 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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