Tender

Domiciliary Care Service

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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22 Sep 2021 at 14:34

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22 Sep 2021 at 14:32

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22 Sep 2021 at 14:12

Tender

13 Sep 2021 at 15:32

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to appoint multiple organisations for the ASC084 Domiciliary Care Service, which will provide essential domiciliary care to eligible individuals within Sandwell. The service aims to support around 20,000 to 25,000 hours of care weekly, commencing on 1st March 2022 for a five-year period, with an option to extend for an additional five years. The maximum hourly rate is set at £15.16, subject to annual review, and the procurement will be executed via an open procedure. Interested parties must submit their tender responses by 21st October 2021 at 17:00, via the Sandwell In-Tend Supplier Portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those that are SMEs or social enterprises. Companies with experience in delivering high-quality personal care and support for adults aged 18 and over may find this opportunity particularly relevant. The contract's open framework and potential for ongoing engagement, alongside the annual review of rates, could yield robust growth and stability for successful bidders within the social care sector.

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Notice Title

Domiciliary Care Service

Notice Description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wishes to appoint a number of organisations to the ASC084 Domiciliary Care Service to provide Domiciliary Care to eligible individuals living in Sandwell. It is anticipated that the Service will support approximately 20,000 to 25 000 hours of care per week. The amount of hours of care per week - may vary during the duration of the Contract. The Service will provide a broad range of general personal care and support services to eligible adults (18 years old and over) aimed at enabling individuals to maintain and recover maximum independence, support their wellbeing, provide support to individuals who have recently left hospital and ultimately allow people to remain living in their own homes. The Council intends to appoint up to 12 Providers to the Tier 1 List and an unlimited number of Providers to the Tier 2 List. All Providers will be appointed to deliver the Services across the Borough of Sandwell. The initial maximum hourly rate of PS15.16 for the service has been set by the Council which will be reviewed annually in April of each year. Where appropriate, rates will be increased using a Fee Rate Escalator. Details of the Fee Rate Escalator are contained in the Procurement Documents. Providers will be required to provide a high quality service that aligns with the Council's vision for Adult Social Care and whilst participating in the further implementation of the personalisation agenda, giving citizens greater choice and control in this process. The overarching Domiciliary Care Service Agreement will commence on 1st March 2022 for an initial period of 5 years with the option of extending for up to an additional 5 years. Organisations can view the full tender documentation by registering on Sandwell's In-Tend Supplier Portal. The Council will be using the In-Tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order to View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to 'Opt-In'. Additional information: The Council will be using the In-Tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order to View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to 'Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-Tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-Tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-Tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Tender Response Documents must be submitted no later than 17.00 hours on 21 October 2021 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8785e5c3-62cf-4b69-a09d-24a9bc7ac419
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, 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

85300000 - Social work and related services

85320000 - Social services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 9EN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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