Tender

CSW - Advice and Mediation Service for Local Authority Foster Carers for Warwickshire CC, Solihull MBC and Coventry CC

COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire authorities are currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for an "Advice and Mediation Service for Local Authority Foster Carers." The service's aim is to provide independent guidance, mediation, and support to foster carers and local authority employees. The procurement is classified under services with a focus on guidance and counselling services. The tender period closes on 11th January 2019, and the associated contract will commence on 1st April 2019, running until 31st March 2021. Interested suppliers can register and access the procurement documents via the CSW-JETS e-tendering system.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses specialising in guidance and counselling services, particularly those with experience in mediation within fostering contexts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. This tender process may foster future collaborations and support services which can help build a sustainable business relationship within public sector frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSW - Advice and Mediation Service for Local Authority Foster Carers for Warwickshire CC, Solihull MBC and Coventry CC

Notice Description

Warwickshire CC is seeking a single provider, on behalf of Warwickshire CC, Coventry CC and Solihull MBC, to deliver independent advice, guidance, support mediation and advocacy to foster carers and employees of the local authorities party to this agreement. They will mediate between foster carers and local authorities to reach satisfactory and timely resolution to any complaints, concerns or allegations raised by either the foster carer or the local authority. They will advise local authorities on policies and procedures regarding foster care management and support and provide assistance to local authorities in the development of support services for foster carers. The services will be delivered by the Advice and Mediation Worker employed by the Service Provider for a minimum of 21 hours per week. Additional information: Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (CSW-JETS) for the administration of this procurement process. Providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest and download documents. The web address for CSW-JETS is: www.csw-jets.co.uk Registration and use of CSW-JETS is free. All correspondence or clarifications relating to this procurement must be via the CSWJETS correspondence function. If you are having trouble registering with CSW-JETS please email us at: procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk. Providers must register on CSW-JETS and express an interest in this project and be able to correspond with us about this procurement. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fa744c9-b78e-4933-8558-54e1dd371680
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312310 - Guidance services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 2-3 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
COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARWICKSHIRE
Postcode
CV34 4RL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick Saltisford
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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