Tender

Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services

FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

11 Jan 2018 at 12:46

TenderAmendment

19 Dec 2017 at 10:57

Tender

19 Dec 2017 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Further Education Colleges, located in Solihull, West Midlands, is currently in the Tender stage of the procurement process for the "Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services." This service involves Community Support Worker placements and the option for British Sign Language interpreters. The tender was published on 19 December 2017, with submissions due by 26 January 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2018 and will last until 31 August 2021. The procurement is classified under Interpretation services and follows a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure, due to its value being above threshold requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the disability support services sector, particularly those that provide Community Support Workers or BSL interpreters. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage in this process, as they may bring innovative approaches and tailored services that align with the needs of the college. Businesses that are well-suited for participation include those with expertise in disability inclusion, customer service, and training for staff in supportive communication methods. Companies interested should register on In-Tend to access the necessary documents and further details for application.

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Notice Title

Provision of Outsourced Deaf Support Services

Notice Description

The College has reviewed its arrangements for Deaf Support Services and to ensure compliance to EU Procurement Regulations is now re-tendering for an Outsourced Deaf Support Services comprising primarily of Community Support Worker "CSW" placement with an option for British Sign Language "BSL" Interpreters, as required. Additional information: Please register on In-Tend http://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/fe/aspx/home (for free) to access documents and apply. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2bf2739f-12e8-4f88-a366-d044729c3e41
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/542c491a-a8b1-44f6-a784-f7d5b8183e85
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79540000 - Interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2021 3-4 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
FURTHER EDUCATION COLLEGES
Contact Name
Anna Manns
Contact Email
anna.manns@solihull.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1216787228

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLAND
Postcode
B91 1BS
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Olton
Westminster Constituency
Solihull West and Shirley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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