Tender

TC026 - Vulnerable Childrens Services - Advocacy for Looked After Children (LAC) and Child Protection (CP)

THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON

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14 Oct 2020 at 11:04

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13 Oct 2020 at 16:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Borough Council of Bolton is soliciting tenders for the project titled "TC026 - Vulnerable Childrens Services - Advocacy for Looked After Children (LAC) and Child Protection (CP)." This tender falls under the category of Other Community, Social and Personal Services and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the deadline for submission set for 9 November 2020, at 16:00 UTC. The total value of the contract is £366,248, with the contract period expected to commence on 1 April 2021 and concluding on 31 March 2023.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on providing social services, particularly in advocacy and support for vulnerable children and young people. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given their potential to deliver personalised advocacy services that empower children to express their needs effectively. With the emphasis on independent advocacy, companies that can offer insightful, empathetic, and rights-focused support will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TC026 - Vulnerable Childrens Services - Advocacy for Looked After Children (LAC) and Child Protection (CP)

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for Vulnerable Childrens Services - Advocacy for Looked After Children (LAC) and Child Protection (CP) which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. Independent advocacy is a process of helping children to express themselves and make changes. It empowers children to ensure their rights are respected and their views and wishes are heard at all times and ensuring that their needs are being met. The successful tenderer will provide children and young people with the support that they need to speak for themselves or will speak on their behalf, the Provider's Independent Advocates will also offer information, advice and support.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80923538-66ff-4f7a-908c-c5d8d176f139
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£366,248 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 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
THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

Further Information

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