Tender

Universal Support

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Jul 2024 at 09:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is seeking bids for the Universal Support contract, which falls under the social work and related services category (CPV 85300000). The project aims to address economic activity and barriers preventing people from joining the workforce, with measures starting in Autumn 2024 and continuing through March 2029. This open procedure above threshold is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period closing on 22nd August 2024. The contract itself is set to commence on 11th September 2024 and conclude on 8th October 2025. This procurement is open to organisations located in the United Kingdom and several international regions including Europe and British Overseas Territories. The initiative includes collaboration with local authorities and the Local Government Association.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, making it an excellent avenue for business growth. Organisations experienced in employment support and those providing social services will find this project highly compatible with their expertise. The inclusion of a Triage Service managed by the Council ensures a streamlined referral system, enhancing the service delivery model and providing an impactful role for the winning bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Universal Support

Notice Description

In the 2023 Spring and Autumn Statements the Government introduced a package of measures (including Universal Support) to address economic activity and the barriers preventing people joining the workforce. They are centred on the principle that anyone can be employed if they want paid employment and sufficient support is provided. Universal Support will support those out of work and those wishing to move into work as well as those at risk of disengaging from the workforce. Phase One has seen the extension of Pioneer (delivered in Norfolk by Shaw Trust) and the introduction of pilots for Local Supported Employment (delivered by NCC Adult Social Care) and Individual Placement Support Primary Care (Working Well Norfolk (WWN) contracted to Seetec Pluss by NCC). Phase Two is delivery of Universal Support. The first tranche of support was expected to launch in Autumn 2024 and will run through to March 2029. To assist in the development of Universal Support DWP have worked with Local Government Association (LGA) and a select number of local authorities through a series of workshops during Autumn 2023 to help shape the provision. A series of consultation events will be organised once announcements are made by the government to develop the model of delivery. The desire within Growth & Investment is to include a 'Triage Service' in the build. This would be run by the Council and referrals would then be passed seamlessly to the right provider Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2214e752-efda-413d-87b3-f105a7c2cbb6
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Sep 2024 - 8 Oct 2025 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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