Tender

Healthwatch Buckinghamshire

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Nov 2024 at 09:02

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has initiated a procurement process to commission a contract for the provision of Healthwatch Buckinghamshire. This service, aimed at being the independent consumer champion for Health and Social Care, seeks to give citizens a more influential voice in how services are provided across the county. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the tender closing on 3rd January 2025. The service is valued at £1,379,000 and is categorised under Health and social work services (CPV 85000000). The contract period will commence on 1st April 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2032. The contract is being procured through an open procedure (above threshold), making it accessible to a wide range of potential suppliers.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for organisations, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), with expertise in health and social care services. The contract requires a provider capable of engaging effectively with the community and building a comprehensive understanding of local needs and experiences. Businesses specialising in community engagement, data collection, and analysis, or those with previous experience in health and social care advocacy, would be well-suited for this opportunity. The successful provider will play a vital role in shaping the future of health and social care services in Buckinghamshire, offering a substantial opportunity for growth and impact within the local community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Healthwatch Buckinghamshire

Notice Description

Buckinghamshire Council is looking to commission a contract for the provision of Healthwatch Buckinghamshire. Healthwatch is the independent consumer champion for Health and Social Care. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will give citizens and communities a stronger voice to influence and challenge how Health and Social Care services are provided across the County. Through effective evidence-based approaches and strong engagement, Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will build up a local picture of community needs, aspirations and the experience of people who engage with the service. Healthwatch Buckinghamshire will be highly visible and easily accessible to all individuals within the County as well as being a signposting service to local people with regards to their Health and Social Care choices. The service must be dynamic and responsive, not only representing the local population, but also linking them to Health and Social Care providers. The Provider must take steps to embed the service so that it is an integral part of the Health and Social Care landscape and be valued by residents and professionals alike.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d60d3bc-d2f9-4dd6-a78f-2c06c42bf663
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07a2331a-0d3f-4a9b-bdfa-4eba81306df5
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,379,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Donna Plastow
Contact Email
donna.plastow@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1296585597

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1UA
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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