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The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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11 May 2017 at 12:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services" is being conducted by Buckinghamshire County Council, located in Aylesbury, England. This tender, classified under community health services, focuses on the provision of independent advocacy services required by local authorities in compliance with specific legislation. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the contract period set to commence on 1st September 2017 and concluding on 31st August 2020. The deadline for submission was 10th February 2017, and the contract value is £806,000, awarded to the supplier POhWER on 26th April 2017, indicating a complete procurement stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings in the health sector. Businesses specialising in advocacy services, particularly those experienced in Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy, Independent Mental Health Advocacy, and Care Act Advocacy, would be well-suited to engage in similar future tenders or projects. As local authorities increasingly seek compliance with statutory requirements, the demand for quality advocacy services is expected to rise, creating a fertile ground for interested businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Statutory Advocacy Services

Notice Description

This service is for the provision of an independent advocacy service for Buckinghamshire that meets the statutory requirements placed on local authorities under the following legislation: * Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) under Mental Capacity Act 2005 * Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) under Mental Health Act 2007 * Care Act Advocacy under Care Act 2014. The successful provider must fully understand the principle legislation and statutory requirements relating to the provision of independent advocacy. The provider must keep up to date on related judgements and consultations and their implications and applications to the service

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8708a9be-d146-4cef-a5d6-f16387b0dda1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£806,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Apr 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2020 3-4 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
Helen Bold
Contact Email
hbold@buckscc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1296383660

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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POHWER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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