Tender

Independent debt advice service July 2021

PHOENIX COMMUNITY HOUSING

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Tender

21 Jul 2021 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Phoenix Community Housing, which is seeking to contract for an "Independent debt advice service" aimed at assisting residents with various debt-related issues. This tender falls within the guidance services industry category and is located in London, UK. Currently in the active tender stage, the submission deadline is set for 18 August 2021, with a contract duration projected from 1 October 2021 to 30 September 2023. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, available for bids below the threshold value of £35,000, while the minimum contract value is set at £25,000.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings in debt advice. By participating in this tender, businesses can contribute to improving the financial resilience of residents while fostering community relationships. The contract's provisions for mixed-media appointments and workshops could attract firms experienced in delivering advisory services or related training, providing a platform for growth in the public sector domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent debt advice service July 2021

Notice Description

A two year contract for the provision of an independent debt advice service for Phoenix residents. A responsive appointment service is anticipated and will be expected to assist residents with resolution of debt matters in connection with (but not limited to): priority debts including council tax, non-priority debts, benefit challenges, benefit claims, possession claims and family/ housing/ legal matters. Scope of service to include: - Mixed-media appointments delivered directly to residents - Carry out initial assessments - Build relationships - Case management - Provide advice and guidance on all debts - Give advice on budgeting - Advice on claiming correct benefits / entitlements - Family/housing/legal - Appeals - Resident workshops/training

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-88cd6b00-764f-4f13-bdb0-25678113cf13
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec13616e-0a33-4fb1-a3d8-ecf182c80891
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312310 - Guidance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2023 1-2 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
PHOENIX COMMUNITY HOUSING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE6 2RP
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Catford South
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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