Tender

Independent Blue Badge Eligibility Assessments Service

CITY OF YORK COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Oct 2024 at 16:07

Summary of the contracting process

City of York Council has initiated a procurement process to secure a provider for their Independent Blue Badge Eligibility Assessments Service. This tender, classified under the Health and Social Work Services category, involves conducting assessments to determine applicants' eligibility for Blue Badges. The assessments are to be performed face-to-face, producing a comprehensive report with a scoring method and recommendations. The procurement is being managed through an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 19 November 2024, and the contract set to commence on 1 December 2024, extending until 30 November 2026. The service will be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This tender presents growth opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) specialising in health and social work services. Businesses with experience in professional assessment and reporting would be well-positioned to compete. By providing Blue Badge assessments, the winning supplier can enhance their portfolio and expand their market presence within the public sector. This opportunity would be particularly suitable for companies capable of delivering detailed evaluations and adhering to the regulatory standards set by the Department for Transport.

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Notice Title

Independent Blue Badge Eligibility Assessments Service

Notice Description

City of York Council is entering into a procurement exercise to secure a Provider for our Blue Badge Independent Mobility Assessments. As per the Department for Transport's Guidance, a Local Authority should acquire the services of an independent and professional company to conduct Blue Badge assessments for applicants who require an assessment to determine their eligibility for a Blue Badge. The Provider would be required to conduct an appropriate method of assessment, usually face to face, and provide a detailed report using a robust scoring method, including a summary, and recommendation as to whether a Blue Badge should be issued.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e267840-9929-48dd-9902-a59a674f3d27
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
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
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2026 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
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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