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Healthwatch Southend Service

SOUTHEND-ON-SEA BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2022 at 11:21

Tender

04 Nov 2021 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is seeking contractors for the "Healthwatch Southend Service," an initiative under the Health and Social Care Act 2012. This contract, classified under health and social work services, is intended to ensure that residents have a voice in health and social care matters. The initial tender period was published on 4 November 2021, with submissions closing on 6 December 2021. The contract will commence on 1 April 2022 and is set to run until 31 March 2025, with a projected value of £595,475. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their services in the health and social care sector. Businesses experienced in community engagement, advocacy, or those providing health and social services are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process can not only enhance their portfolio but also bolster their reputation as key contributors to local health and social care improvements.

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Notice Title

Healthwatch Southend Service

Notice Description

The Health and Social Care Act 2012 places statutory duties on local authorities to commission Healthwatch services. The local Healthwatch Southend (HWS) has been commissioned by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council to act as an independent champion to give residents a stronger voice to influence, shape and challenge any issues that exists within Health and Social care. The contract is due to expire and we need to have a new contract/service in place for 1st April 2022. To view and respond to this opportunity please visit https://procontract.due-north.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66460588-6245-4a18-9701-0b60ac45f7ed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£595,475 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementops@southend.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1702215000

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Postcode
SS2 6EN
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ADVOCACY PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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