Tender

Direct Payment Support Service

SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Dec 2017 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

Swindon Borough Council is currently seeking bids for a Direct Payment Support Service aimed at adults eligible for social care. This procurement falls under the social work services category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender is set to close on 22nd January 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 1st April 2018 for an initial period of 24 months, offering a potential total term of up to 72 months. The annual budget for the contract ranges from £125,000 to £149,000, with interested parties encouraged to review the detailed tender documents available on the South West Portal.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the social care sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in direct payment support services, including training, recruitment, and payroll assistance, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The focus on a user-led service underscores the importance of tailored solutions, making this an excellent avenue for businesses to expand their service offerings and enhance their client engagement in the social care industry.

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Notice Title

Direct Payment Support Service

Notice Description

Swindon Borough Council is looking to procure a service-user led Direct Payment Support service for adults eligible for social care. The service will include the following functions: *Information and advice on Direct Payments *Training *Facilitating peer support *Recruitment and payroll support *Managed Accounts The contract is offered for 24 months with the option to extend by 24 months and an option to extend again for a further 24 months (total possible contract term of 72 months). The expected annual price range for the core costs and all activity is PS125,000 to PS149,000, with a maximum price of PS149,000 per annum. All tender documents are available in the attachments section on the tender advert on the South West Portal available at www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk Reference: DN311496

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8c0af8d-2f7b-43c3-8191-11bb7724c643
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 2-3 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
SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cgaulton@swindon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441793465857

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN1 2JH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Eastcott
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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