Tender

Voluntary and Community Sector - Infrastructure and Capacity Building Service

WANDSWORTH COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Dec 2024 at 18:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Wandsworth, in collaboration with the South West London Integrated Care Board, is inviting tenders for the provision of a Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Infrastructure, Capacity Building and Volunteering Support Service. This service aims to foster a thriving, resilient and connected voluntary and community sector within Wandsworth, UK, enhancing its potential to contribute positively to local priorities. The tendering process is currently in the open stage, with the procurement method being an Open procedure (above threshold). Key dates include the bidder's day on 3rd January 2025, the tender submission deadline on 24th February 2025, and the contract commencement on 1st July 2025, lasting for three years with an option to extend for two more years. The total contract value is £1,650,000, with a maximum annual value of £330,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the community services sector, especially those skilled in strategic leadership, volunteer management, and capacity building within voluntary and community organisations. Suppliers with experience in engaging with local government priorities and enhancing organisational sustainability will find this contract particularly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate. The potential for extended engagement over up to five years provides ample opportunity for business growth and essential community impact.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Voluntary and Community Sector - Infrastructure and Capacity Building Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Wandsworth (Council) in partnership with the South West London Integrated Care (ICB) is inviting tenders from suitably qualified organisations for the delivery of a Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Infrastructure, Capacity Building and Volunteering Support Service for the borough of Wandsworth. The outcomes and deliverables for this ambitious new service have been co-developed with the local Voluntary and Community Sector and other statutory and non-statutory stakeholders. It will embed a collaborative sector-wide approach to creating a thriving, resilient and connected voluntary and community sector, and a borough that is fairer, more compassionate and sustainable. In summary the service will provide: * A professional engagement service which provides strategic leadership, representation, voice and advice for the voluntary and community sector to enable it to become more sustainable, effective and strategically engaged with the local priorities of the Council and its partners. * develop the voluntary and community sector skills base and sustainability and build trust and confidence in its capacity to deliver services and make a positive contribution to the borough. * build capacity in voluntary organisations to recruit and retain volunteers and appropriately match potential volunteers to volunteer involving organisations. The contract will be for a period of three (3) years commencing from 1st July 2025 and subject to an extension option of up to a further two (2) years. The total contract value (including the extension options) is PS1,650,000. The maximum (ceiling price) contract value per annum is PS330,000. To access the tender documents, please register on the Atamis Portal using this link: https://lb-wandsworth.my.site.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk Once registered, please follow this link to our open projects page and search for the VCS tender: https://lb-wandsworth.my.salesforce-sites.com/?searchtype=Projects PLEASE NOTE: The Council intends to host a Bidders Day as part of the procurement for this contract on Fri 3rd January 2025 from 9am to 10am. The event will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams. The event will be an opportunity for prospective bidders to ask questions or seek clarification on the tender process or documents. Following the event all questions and answers will be shared with bidders through the Atamis Portal. If you are interested, please register your attendance by completing the registration form included in the Tender Pack by Thurs 2nd January 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1774d70-0741-47ba-8793-d714ef056af4
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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,650,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 3-4 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
WANDSWORTH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WANDSWORTH
Postcode
SW18 2PU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI34 Wandsworth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wandsworth
Electoral Ward
Wandsworth Town
Westminster Constituency
Putney

Further Information

Notice Documents

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