Planning

Soft Market Testing AUTISM OUTREACH SUPPORT SERVICES FOR AUTISTIC ADULTS & YOUNG PEOPLE

LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY

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Planning

11 Nov 2021 at 11:35

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hackney is seeking to engage service providers for its Soft Market Testing phase regarding Autism Outreach Support Services aimed at autistic adults and young people. This procurement falls under the social work and related services industry category, with specific focus on providing high-quality outreach support tailored to diverse needs across the autism spectrum. The planning stage is currently active, with an engagement end date set for 6th December 2021. The services are required to be delivered within the City & Hackney area, and interested suppliers are encouraged to respond via the provided questionnaire.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses focused on social services, especially those with experience in supporting individuals with autism. Companies that provide specialist services addressing social integration, employment facilitation, and therapeutic support would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector organisations (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they often have the flexibility and tailored approach needed to effectively meet the diverse requirements of autistic individuals and their families.

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Notice Title

Soft Market Testing AUTISM OUTREACH SUPPORT SERVICES FOR AUTISTIC ADULTS & YOUNG PEOPLE

Notice Description

DN581372 Soft Market Testing AUTISM OUTREACH SUPPORT SERVICES FOR AUTISTIC ADULTS & YOUNG PEOPLE Service Categories Type A - Services providing support to autistic adults Type B - Services providing specialist support to autistic adults (18+) Description We have a need for high quality, value for money outreach support services for autistic people with a range of needs across the autistic spectrum In addition to the National Autism strategy we have a local City & Hackney Autism Strategy too (Link) We are looking for service providers who are able to demonstrate delivery of positive outcomes for autistic individuals and their families. This will include recognition of individual differences and being able to adopt an effective person centred approach to support the needs of the autistic person regardless of functional ability or where they are on the autistic spectrum. We would like to hear from service providers used to working in partnership with other professionals. The needs of autistic adults without LD can be of a different nature to those with LD, so we want to ensure people have skills to work with those who have a diagnosis of autism only (without LD). Service user needs include: Type A (expectations of all services working with autistic people): Addressing issues of social isolation Access to employment opportunities Developing skills and confidence for independence Travel training Support to manage and maintain good physical health Managing frustration and anger Helping others to understand what reasonable adjustments look like for autistic individuals Support with communication needs including behaviours that challenge. Type B. (additional requirements expected of a Specialist Autism Service) Implementing behavioral support and other therapy plans Be familiar with and able to utilise specialist communication methods such as social stories, or working with selective mutism Able to work systemically with a person's family, where appropriate Ability to draw upon in house or psychology or occupational therapy Advanced training qualifications e.g. NAS accredited, NAPPI or similar The Service: Must be able to work in and around the City & Hackney area. Provide consistency and foster trust among autistic users and their families Be prepared to take positive risks in the context of wider risk management planning Use person centred approaches Provide a supportive framework for their support staff Support staff must be: Able to use a range of communication styles Autonomous workers, prepared to work flexibly Able to provide a consistent and reliable service Experienced at working with autistic people Able to work therapeutically to support individuals with change Registering an interest If you are interested in participating in the soft market testing exercise please respond to the questionnaire on https://procontract.due-north.com/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d126f6-26c5-44df-8300-a4b97fe17e23
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related 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 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Dec 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HACKNEY
Postcode
E8 1DY
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Hackney Central
Westminster Constituency
Hackney South and Shoreditch

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