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Advice and Guidance for Older People - AWARD

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

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22 Oct 2024 at 08:08

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Croydon has awarded a contract for the provision of advice and guidance services aimed at older people. The contract, titled "Advice and Guidance for Older People - AWARD," falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000) and will cover locations including Croydon and surrounding areas in South West London. The procurement stage of this process is the Award stage, with the contract set to commence on 1st October 2024 and run for two years until 30th September 2026. Interested businesses had until 5th September 2024 to submit their tenders in this open procedure procurement process.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in welfare benefits advice, financial advocacy, and debt management, particularly those that can cater to individuals aged 55 and above. Given the service's focus, it is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that aim to collaborate with local authorities and support the well-being of older adults. The successful bidder will work closely with the Croydon Adult Support team and integrate with other local services, adapting to the evolving needs of the community. Age UK Croydon has been awarded this contract, underlining the demand for expertise in social welfare and financial support services. This opportunity can significantly bolster a business's portfolio and reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Advice and Guidance for Older People - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council invites quotations for the provision of Advice and Guidance for Older People. After consultation with Adult Social Care (ASC) colleagues, it was identified that there are gaps in provision for support services such as benefits advice, financial advocacy and debt management. These services were recognised to make the most significant difference to improving people's lives. Local data also shows that residents over 55s are the main group of people who would require and benefit most from these services. This project will provide residents over 55s advice and casework support on welfare benefits which leads to income maximisation, and other support including financial advocacy and debt management. Exception can be made for vulnerable adults aged 18-55yrs on a case-by-case basis depending on the complexity their cases. Those who are ineligible for the service, will be signposted to access information and advice via other locally or nationally available resources. The advisers will work closely with the Croydon Adult Support team. There is also an expectation for this service to develop and maintain integration with other LBC and other local services and to be responsive to the changing needs and demand of the targeted population. Due to the nature of this service, the provider will be expected to be based in South West London. (See service specification for full details) The maximum length of the contract is 2 years commencing 01st October 2024.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/995de2ba-5e11-4609-a63e-1e2f1c911d47
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON
Contact Name
Reema Batish
Contact Email
reema.batish@croydon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02087266000

Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 1EA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGE UK CROYDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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