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Provision of a Home from Hospital Transport, Settlement and Support Service

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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24 Oct 2017 at 14:50

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12 Jul 2017 at 12:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Buckinghamshire County Council is conducting a tender for the "Provision of a Home from Hospital Transport, Settlement and Support Service". This service aims to assist individuals in safely returning home after hospital discharge, enhancing their independence while potentially reducing their need for long-term care. The procurement is classified under health and social work services and is being carried out through an open procedure. Interested parties are required to register on the Buckinghamshire Business Portal before submitting their tenders, with a submission deadline set for midday on 11th August 2017. The contract, valued at approximately £240,000 per annum, is scheduled to commence from 1st January 2018 for an initial period of 15 months, with a possible one-year extension based on performance and funding availability.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in health and social care services, particularly those that offer transportation and support solutions for discharged patients. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, which may include organisations providing community-based services, non-emergency transport, or post-hospital care support. Engaging in this contract may help these businesses expand their service offerings and client base in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Home from Hospital Transport, Settlement and Support Service

Notice Description

The Council wishes to commission a cost effective Home from Hospital Transport, Settlement and Support service to support people with discharge from hospital and prevention of admission & readmission to hospital. The aim is to enable service users to return home safely in a timely, dignified manner and to regain their confidence after a period in hospital or a short stay in A&E in a way that will help to promote their independence, reduce dependency on intensive home care packages, and reduce the likelihood of hospital readmission or long term care. The budget for this service is approximately PS240,000 per annum. The contract will be awarded initially for 1 year and 3 months with a possibility to extend for 1 further year, depending on performance and availability of funding. Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) may apply to this contract. If your organisation wishes to participate in this process, you need to register with the Buckinghamshire Business Portal and follow the instructions. You be unable to take part if you do not register. Please use the link below and follow the instructions on the website: www.supplybucksbusiness.org.uk Tenders must be returned via the Buckinghamshire Business Portal. The tender return date is midday on Friday 11th August 2017. Tenders received after this time and date will not be accepted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1226272d-576a-49ab-98d9-4c6fde3dfa86
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£545,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£545,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1YG
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BRITISH RED CROSS

Further Information

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