Tender

ESCC - DM - RFQ - Provision of Accessible and Inclusive Activities for Children and Young People with Autisic Spectrum Condition

SE SHARED SERVICES

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Tender

12 Jan 2021 at 10:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement tender titled "ESCC - DM - RFQ - Provision of Accessible and Inclusive Activities for Children and Young People with Autistic Spectrum Condition" is being conducted by SE Shared Services, located in East Sussex, United Kingdom. This service falls under the social work and related services category, focusing on enhancing support for children and young people with Autism. Currently in the tender stage, bids must be submitted by 3rd February 2021, with the contract slated to commence on 1st April 2021 and continue until 31st March 2023. The procurement is following an open procedure and is aimed at gathering proposals to provide a diverse programme of indoor and outdoor activities that foster independence and social skills for service users.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in social services, recreational activities, and inclusive programmes to expand their operations. Companies that can deliver engaging, well-structured activities for children and young people with Autism, particularly those offering youth clubs, arts, sports, or adventure activities, will find this procurement particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses equipped to work in partnership with local authorities and understand the needs of disabled children and their families are well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Title

ESCC - DM - RFQ - Provision of Accessible and Inclusive Activities for Children and Young People with Autisic Spectrum Condition

Notice Description

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT There is a duty placing responsibility on Local Authorities to deliver short breaks for carers of disabled children and young people. ESCC has allocated funding to develop short breaks capacity in order to assist those who care for disabled children to continue to do so, or to do so more effectively by giving them breaks from caring. Short breaks also give disabled children and young people the chance to spend time away from their main carer. It is a time when they can enjoy play and leisure activities and build new relationships, whilst their main carer has a chance to recharge their batteries. A short break can take place during the day, in the evening, at the weekend or overnight, and can happen in the child's home, in a carer's home, or in a residential or community setting. Short breaks can be in specialist and universal settings, and can be planned and regular as well as being available at short notice. METHOD STATEMENT 1. Overview - what it is that we require SCOPE OF WORK To provide a varied programme of indoor and outdoor activities (youth clubs, art, music, drama, sports and adventurous activities) at evenings and weekends and during school holidays for children and young people with Autism. Activities should be in consultation with the children and young people involved, promote independence, and introduce them to new experiences and fun activities. All staff working with children with ASC must have completed appropriate training. The service users will be expected to make a financial contribution towards the activities and trips. This service is available to children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions who are eligible for either specialist or targeted services, or both. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE SERVICE 1. o Reduce family stress and difficulty o To offer a safe and enjoyable experience for autistic children and young people o To enable autistic children and young people to make new friends and enjoy new experiences. o To offer a range of services which support autistic children and their families. LONG-TERM OUTCOMES 2. Children & Young People o Improved social skills and behaviours o Increased independence o Becoming more positive about and gaining confidence in trying new experiences o Able to lead a life more ordinary and access a range of universal services Families/Carers o Reduction in stress o Reduction in family breakdown o Better relationships with disabled child o Confidence in service demonstrated through repeat bookings Staff o Professional development o Workforce development o Staff to feel they have made a difference to families DETAILED REQUIREMENTS 3. A) GUIDING PRINCIPLES The provider will be expected to demonstrate processes that provide: o Waiting list management o Equitable service... Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. 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/c47ad9f0-f54d-4e28-960e-ebb64cf1f3e7
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SE SHARED SERVICES
Contact Name
David Mellor
Contact Email
david.mellor@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07523943799

Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

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