Planning

Provision of services in respect of the Syrian resettlement Programme 2017 - 2021

READING BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

09 Dec 2016 at 13:51

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Reading Borough Council involves the provision of services in relation to the Syrian Resettlement Programme for the years 2017 to 2021. This tender falls under the social services industry category, with the engagement event scheduled for Monday, 19 December 2017, at the Civic Offices in Reading, England. The deadline for potential bidders to register their interest in attending this event is 5 p.m. on 16 December 2016. The council intends to award a four-year contract, commencing on 1 May 2017 and concluding on 30 April 2021, with an annual contract value of £33,000, totalling £132,000 over the term.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in social services, community support, and integration assistance. Companies that can offer services such as case management, ESOL classes, or logistical support for resettlement are well-suited to compete. The council seeks to collaborate with service providers who can deliver tailored support to families, assisting them in their orientation and integration into the community, thus fostering potential growth in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of services in respect of the Syrian resettlement Programme 2017 - 2021

Notice Description

Reading Borough Council is inviting prospective bidders to join them in the Council Chamber, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU on Monday 19 December 2017, starting at 9.30am to 11.00am The purpose of the event is to share the Council's proposals for this service provision and to seek input and feedback from potential bidders before the Council formally advertises its requirements. It will be the chance for potential bidders to register an interest in this proposed contracting opportunity, hear the draft proposals and understand the requirements of the Government's Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Programme that the Council are seeking to meet. The Council is looking to put in place a 4 year contract for the provision of front line case work to support and integrate 3 families each year, during their first 12 months of arrival. The service to be provided includes: * Meet and greet from airport and development of community support. * Furnishing accommodation where necessary * Provision of welcome pack: groceries and information, Library Cards, International Sim Cards, Clothing Donations, School uniforms etc. on arrival * Sourcing and sorting donations * Arranging ESOL assessment and classes * Provision of interpreters for airport and other services * Provision of cash/clothing allowances for each Beneficiary of PS200 * Briefings on the accommodation and health and safety issues. * Provision of emergency contact. * Provision of specific case workers * Provision of advice and assistance with registering for mainstream benefits and services. This will include other advice and information giving agencies including attending Local Job Centre Plus appointments for benefit assessments, registering with a local GP * Advice around and referral to appropriate mental health services and to specialised services for victims of torture as appropriate. * Providing assistance with access to employment. * Support plan for each family for the 12 month period of their support to facilitate their orientation into their new home/area The value of the 4 year contract would be PS33,000 per annum with a contract value of PS132,000 over the 4 year period. The contract period would commence 1st May 2017 and continue to 30th April 2021, subject to the continuation of the programme. Potential service providers who wish to attend are requested to register their interest in this event before 5 p.m. on Friday 16 December 2016 and book a place by e-mailing: clare.muir@reading.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76e79751-b72a-4309-9bdb-e29e7f9e31ff
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85320000 - Social services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2018Expired
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
READING BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG1 2LU
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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