Tender

Provision of an Assessment Provider to Assess, Re-assess or Review Multi-Handed Care Cases in Sandwell

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Apr 2022 at 15:08

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking proposals for the provision of an Assessment Provider to assess multi-handed care cases in Sandwell. This tender, titled "Provision of an Assessment Provider to Assess, Re-assess or Review Multi-Handed Care Cases in Sandwell," is part of the health and social work services industry. The procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 6th May 2022. The contract will commence on 1st August 2022 and is expected to run until 31st March 2023. The total value of the contract is set at £160,000 and will utilise an open procedure for the procurement process.

This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those experienced in assessment and support for individuals receiving care. Companies that have expertise in implementing assistive technologies or those that offer innovative solutions for care enhancement would be particularly well-suited to bid for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can help businesses expand their market presence in the West Midlands, while also contributing positively to community health outcomes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an Assessment Provider to Assess, Re-assess or Review Multi-Handed Care Cases in Sandwell

Notice Description

With the introduction of the Care Act 2014, Local Authorities must have care and support systems to intervene early to support individuals, help people retain or regain skills or confidence, and prevents need or delay of deterioration wherever possible. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to commission an organisation to work alongside its internal Occupational Therapy Service and Social Work Teams to re-assess all people who currently receive multi handed care calls. Currently Sandwell has 465 multi handed care packages that are to be reviewed to assess the suitability to reduce carer handling with the implementation of equipment and or assistive technology. We acknowledge that this may not be appropriate for all cases and will be based on individual needs. The work will comprise of full assessments or re-assessments of Service Users needs which will include direct contact with the Service Users, working in their homes. Where changes are made to the care provided, a review will also be included. The Provider will be required to work with other professionals and care providers to guide and demonstrate to staff, and informal carers, use of any reduced carer handling approaches, equipment, technology, and techniques. The Provider would be required to report back to the Council any required changes to the package of care so these actions can be implemented in a timely and effective manner. The Provider will be required to use the assessment documentation provided by the Council. Additional information: 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 related documents. 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/1c73b39a-d586-4548-8d51-8c90428dfd6d
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 6-12 months
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
Madalene Harmer
Contact Email
madelene_harmer@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 3628

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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