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Information, Advice and Support for Unpaid Carers

THURROCK COUNCIL

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09 Sep 2024 at 09:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council has initiated an open procurement process to commission an "Information, Advice and Support for Unpaid Carers" service. This contract pertains to the provision of social work and related services targeted at unpaid carers over the age of 18 within Thurrock. The procurement, classified under CPV codes such as 85300000 (Social work and related services) and 98000000 (Other community, social and personal services), aims to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of unpaid carers. This contract is valued over a six-year period, with the option to extend by an additional two years, starting from 1st April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2031. Interested parties must submit their applications by 18th October 2024 through the In-Tend portal.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in social care services, particularly those experienced in supporting adult carers. Organisations offering comprehensive advice, information, and support services that improve carers' quality of life will be well-suited to compete. The procurement method is an open procedure, meaning that the competition is above the threshold, allowing a wide range of businesses, including SMEs and VCSEs, to participate. Successful bidders can expect to gain a stable, long-term contract with a reputable council, enhancing their portfolio and establishing a foothold in the social care sector within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Information, Advice and Support for Unpaid Carers

Notice Description

Thurrock Council is commissioning an Information, Support and Advice Service for unpaid carers within Thurrock, with the aim of having a positive impact on unpaid carers physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing during their caring role. This service will provide Information, Support and Advice to any unpaid carers identified in Thurrock over the age of 18 years. The contract is for six years with the option to extend by a further two years. Further information can be found in the specification. Additional information: Applications must be made through In-Tend 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/0ce02fbb-a275-4803-9f81-66ab1aecf172
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

85320000 - Social services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 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
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ESSEX
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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