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Care Benefits Software

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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07 Nov 2024 at 14:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Hampshire County Council, involves the acquisition of Care Benefits Software. Targetting the industry category of Software packages and information systems, the £140,400 contract aims to digitise the current paper-based financial assessment for adult social care and introduce an income maximisation module for users. The contract period runs from 9 November 2024 to 8 November 2026 with the procurement method being a selective call-off from a framework agreement. This contract caters to the South East region of the United Kingdom, with key dates including the tender period closing on 31 October 2024 and the contract award date on 7 November 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to engage in the digital transformation of public services, specifically within the social care sector. Businesses specialising in software development, particularly those experienced in benefits calculators and digital financial assessments, are well-suited to compete. By leveraging this opportunity, companies can expand their portfolio, demonstrating their capability to drive efficiency and innovation in public sector services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Care Benefits Software

Notice Description

he FAB Team (Financial Assessment and Benefits) are responsible for undertaking financial assessments to establish how much AHC will contribute towards the cost of a care package , and how much a service user can afford to contribute themselves. The department needs to move the complex, paper-based adult social care financial assessment process to a supported digital model. The department also need an Income Maximisation module; aimed at users to independently maximise their income. This module combines nationally and locally administered benefits which feature adviser-led guidance and assistance tools throughout. This should be driven by a DWP-recommended built-in benefits calculator.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4fc64b0-7709-4b31-9ced-ef630f79730b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6ab5a76-f1b8-4983-8e29-38a387aa1bbb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£140,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
9 Nov 2024 - 8 Nov 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOOKING LOCAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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