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Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Assessment Service - AWARD

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 May 2022 at 09:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Norfolk County Council, which has awarded a contract titled "Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Assessment Service." This contract falls under the health and social work services industry and is specifically situated in Norfolk, East of England. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with the tender period officially closing on 21 April 2022. The contract is set to commence on 8 June 2022 and conclude on 31 January 2023, with a total value of £300,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly for those with experience in conducting assessments related to deprivation of liberty safeguards. Businesses that can provide qualified Best Interests Assessors and Section 12 Doctors would be particularly well-suited for participation, as Norfolk County Council seeks to mitigate its backlog of referrals. Participation in such contracts can enhance a company’s market presence and contribute to its growth through valuable public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Assessment Service - AWARD

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to award a contract to a company for the provision of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Assessments to support a reduction in our backlog of referrals, in preparation for LPS (Liberty Protection Safeguards). We are inviting a provider who can deliver suitably qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessors and Section 12 Doctors to carry out the relevant DoLS assessments for adults aged 18 years and above in care homes within Norfolk. If you are interested, please register on in-tend the council's portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home and express an interest in this project. You will then have access to all documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8902e6dc-b550-401d-b097-29b6c585f46d
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
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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2022 - 31 Jan 2023 6-12 months
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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annie Southgate
Contact Email
annie.southgate@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603 708214

Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIAISON FINANCIAL SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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