Tender

Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019)

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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11 Mar 2019 at 10:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019) tender has been initiated by Hampshire County Council, inviting applications for the provision of social work and related services. This open procurement process is currently underway, with a deadline for submissions set for 12:00 hrs on Friday, 12 April 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 June 2019 and will last for two years, with the possibility of extending for up to four additional years. Businesses interested in this opportunity are encouraged to register on the In-Tend platform and submit their tender documents by the specified deadline. The project's total estimated value is £180,000 and it is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically in Winchester.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in social services, particularly those experienced in working with foster carers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender is designed to be inclusive. By delivering essential support and representation for foster carers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, businesses in this sector can not only secure a valuable contract but also enhance their reputations and expand their client bases within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Support to Foster Carers (2019)

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for the provision of timely, responsive, independent information, advice, representation and support to Hampshire County Council and Isle of Wight Council foster carers, ensuring they have appropriate information and support to communicate their views in formal settings within the process and management of allegations against carers. The Contract will commence on 1 June 2019 and will be for a period of two years with the option to extend for two further two years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 12:00 hrs on Friday 12 April 2019. Additional information: 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/4b1cabd5-08c3-419c-a142-7f40201a4bd3
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2019 - 31 May 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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